Cardamine flexuosa
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Cardamine flexuosa
Also known as:
Wavy bittercress
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Herb layer
Format:
Smal
Height:
0.50 m
Width:
- m
Growth Rate:
-
Leaf:
-
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
4-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist, Wet
Moist, Wet
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Root
Leaves, Root
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
None
None
Description
Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked and have a spicy flavor, similar to watercress. They are a nice addition to salads and are usually available all year round. The root can also be eaten both raw and cooked.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/05
End of Harvest:
30/09
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Crataegus monogyna Hawthorn, Oneseed hawthorn |
Provides habitat for beneficial insects, while Cardamine helps suppress weeds. |
|
Thymus vulgaris Common Thyme, Garden thyme, Wild Thyme |
Thyme attracts pollinators and provides ground cover, enhancing soil health for Cardamine. |
|
Tilia cordata Small Leaved Lime |
Linden trees provide shade and attract pollinators, creating a favorable environment for Cardamine. |
|
Sambucus nigra European elder |
Elderberry offers habitat for birds and insects. Cardamine can thrive in its understory. |
|
Viburnum opulus Highbush cranberry |
Viburnum attracts various insects that aid in pollination of Cardamine. |