Lepidium perfoliatum aka Perfoliate Pepperwort
Taxonomy
Common names
Perfoliate Pepperwort, Clasping Pepperwort, Clasping PepperweedHow to care for Perfoliate Pepperwort
Difficulty
Caring for Perfoliate Pepperwort is a breeze, as it is highly adaptable and forgiving to minor neglect.
Water
Perfoliate Pepperwort should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
Lighting
To ensure optimal growth, the Perfoliate Pepperwort prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.
Toxicity
There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.
Region of origin
Perfoliate Pepperwort’s native range is E. Europe to E. Asia. An introduced casual in Britain.
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