Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
latifolium
ID:
359077

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 644 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358409

Common Names

  • Lepidium latifolium
  • Broad-leaf Pepperwort
  • Broad-leaf Peppergrass

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Synonyms

  • Nasturtium latifolium Crantz [unknown]
  • Cardaria latifolia Spach [unknown]
  • Crucifera latifolia E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Nasturtiastrum latifolium (L.) Gillet & Magne [unknown]
  • Nasturtium latifolium Kuntze [unknown]
  • Lepidium dioscoridis Bubani [unknown]
  • Lepidium sativum latifolium DC. [unknown]
  • Lepidium sibiricum Schweigg. [unknown]
  • Lepidium latifolium mongolicum Franch. [unknown]
  • Lepidium latifolium latifolium [unknown]
  • Lepidium latifolium affine (Ledeb.) C.A.Mey. [unknown]

Description

Lepidium latifolium (also called Broad-leaved Pepperweed, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Europe and is found in moist and sunny areas of meadows and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidium latifolium is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive problems, skin conditions, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidium latifolium is white or pink, with four petals and a long, thin stem. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidium latifolium is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It can be propagated by seed and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Lepidium latifolium

Lepidium latifolium can be found in the western United States.

Lepidium latifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidium latifolium?

Lepidium latifolium

What is the common name of Lepidium latifolium?

Broad-leaved Peppergrass

What is the growth habit of Lepidium latifolium?

It is an annual herb with a spreading, upright habit.

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