Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
cyclocarpum
ID:
358971

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Neue Denkschr. Schweiz. Naturf. Ges. 41(Abh. 1): 214 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000358303



Common Names

  • Lepidium cyclocarpum
  • Cyclocarpous Peppergrass
  • Cyclocarpous Lepidium


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Description

Lepidium cyclocarpum (also called Round-fruited Peppergrass, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. It has a low-growing habit and is characterized by its oval-shaped leaves and white flowers with five petals. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in meadows and on mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidium cyclocarpum is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lepidium cyclocarpum is white to pinkish in color and has four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidium cyclocarpum is an annual herb that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Both methods should be kept in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Lepidium cyclocarpum

Lepidium cyclocarpum can be found in the western United States, including parts of California, Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.

Lepidium cyclocarpum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidium cyclocarpum?

Lepidium cyclocarpum

What is the common name of Lepidium cyclocarpum?

Cyclocarpum Lepidium

What is the natural habitat of Lepidium cyclocarpum?

Lepidium cyclocarpum is found in moist meadows, roadsides, and waste places

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,

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