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common sandweed
Scientific Name: Athysanus pusillus
Family: Brassicaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Athysanus pusillus: Common Sandweed
Athysanus pusillus, commonly known as common sandweed, is a small annual herb belonging to the mustard family.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- This plant has long, spindly stems.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Athysanus pusillus (Hook.) Greene
- Common Names: Common sandweed, dwarf anthysanus, sandweed
- Genus: Athysanus (monotypic, meaning it contains only one species)
- Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard family)
- Synonyms:
- Thysanocarpus pusillus Hook.
- Athysanus pusillus var. glabrior S. Watson
- Thysanocarpus oblongifolius
Distribution and Habitat
- Common sandweed is found in various locations including Antarctica, Canada (British Columbia), Latvia, Romania, and throughout coastal and inland areas of California.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- It is an annual herb.
- It has long, spindly stems.
- The aerial parts of the plant may die back during the coldest months, with new growth appearing in spring.
Additional Information
- Flowering occurs from March to June.