Description
Rorippa icarica (also called 'Icarus Yellowcress', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests, montane forests, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rorippa icarica is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its bright yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rorippa icarica has small, yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rorippa icarica is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub. It can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. To propagate from cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems in late spring or early summer and place them in a moist, sandy soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring or early summer. Keep the soil moist and the temperature between 18-21°C. The seedlings should emerge in 2-3 weeks.