Lepidium sativum aka Garden Cress

Taxonomy

Common names

Garden Cress, Pepperwort, Town Cress, Cress, Gardencress Pepperweed

How to care for Garden Cress

Water

Garden Cress should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Lighting

To ensure optimal growth, the Garden Cress 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

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

Garden Cress’s native range is Of uncertain origin, possibly Iran. Naturalized in Britain.


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