Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
ecuadorense
ID:
368286

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Neue Denkschr. Schweiz. Naturf. Ges. 41(Abh. 1): 222 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000367618

Common Names

  • Ecuadorian Peppergrass
  • Ecuadorian Pepperwort
  • Ecuadorian Lepidium

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Description

Lepidium ecuadorense (also called Ecuadorian Lepidium, among many other common names) is an annual herb that typically grows up to 1 meter tall and has pinnately compound leaves. It is native to Ecuador and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidium ecuadorense is a perennial plant that is used as an ornamental in gardens and landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepidium ecuadorense has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidium ecuadorense is a perennial herb that is native to Central and South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Lepidium ecuadorense

Lepidium ecuadorense is native to Ecuador and can be found in moist, shady areas of the Andes Mountains.

Lepidium ecuadorense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidium ecuadorense?

Lepidium ecuadorense

What is the common name of Lepidium ecuadorense?

Ecuadorian pepperweed

What is the natural habitat of Lepidium ecuadorense?

Grasslands and meadows

Species in the Lepidium genus

Lepidium grandifructum, Lepidium fraseri, Lepidium gracile, Lepidium depressum, Lepidium didymum, Lepidium hirtum, Lepidium horstii, Lepidium graminifolium, Lepidium heterophyllum, Lepidium cardamine, Lepidium cartilagineum, Lepidium chalepense, Lepidium burkartii, Lepidium campestre, Lepidium cumingianum, Lepidium chichicara, Lepidium cyclocarpum, Lepidium densiflorum, Lepidium coronopifolium, Lepidium costaricense, Lepidium myrianthum, Lepidium merrallii, Lepidium meyenii, Lepidium meyeri, Lepidium navasii, Lepidium nesophilum, Lepidium nitidum, Lepidium oblongum, Lepidium obtusatum, Lepidium niloticum, Lepidium johnstonii, Lepidium jujuyanum, Lepidium karelinianum, Lepidium lepidioides, Lepidium latifolium, Lepidium apetalum, Lepidium amplexicaule, Lepidium angolense, Lepidium affine, Lepidium africanum, Lepidium alashanicum, Lepidium appelianum, Lepidium beckii, Lepidium bidentatum, Lepidium aucheri, Lepidium aranense, Lepidium argentinum, Lepidium armoracium, Lepidium auriculatum, Lepidium bonariense,

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References