Lepidium ruderale aka Narrow Leaf Pepperwort

Taxonomy

Common names

Narrow Leaf Pepperwort, Peppergrass, Roadside Pepperweed, Narrow Leaved Pepperwort

How to care for Narrow Leaf Pepperwort

Difficulty

Caring for Narrow Leaf Pepperwort is a breeze, as it is highly adaptable and forgiving to minor neglect.

Water

Narrow Leaf Pepperwort should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Narrow Leaf 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.

Dormancy

During the cold period, it is common for Narrow Leaf Pepperwort to go dormant, resulting in a slowdown of growth. To accommodate this, waterings should be spaced out more.

Toxicity

Ploi lacks confirmed information on the toxicity of this plant. If you, a relative, or your pet accidentally consume plant material with unknown toxicity, it's best to consult a medical expert.

Region of origin

Narrow Leaf Pepperwort’s native range is Europe, including Britain, from Scandanavia south and east to the Mediterranean and southwest Asia.


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