Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
persicum
ID:
1218244

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
tro

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 17: 196 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001217582



Common Names

  • Lepidium Persicum
  • Persian Pepperweed
  • Pepperweed


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Description

Lepidium persicum (also called Persian Peppergrass, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant that can grow up to 30 cm in height. It has white flowers and is native to the Middle East. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky places, and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Lepidium persicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lepidium persicum sub. arianum Hedge

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lepidium persicum has yellow flowers, with the seed being a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lepidium persicum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a cold frame.

Where to Find Lepidium persicum

Lepidium persicum can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.

Lepidium persicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lepidium persicum?

Lepidium persicum

What is the common name of Lepidium persicum?

Persian Peppergrass

What is the natural habitat of Lepidium persicum?

Mountain slopes of the Mediterranean region

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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