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sand bittercress
Scientific Name: Cardamine parviflora var. arenicola
Family: Brassicaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual
Other Names:
Cardamine parviflora: Sand Bittercress
Cardamine parviflora, commonly known as sand bittercress or small-flowered bittercress, is a flowering plant belonging to the genus Cardamine.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cardamine parviflora L.
- Common Names: Sand bittercress, Small-flowered bittercress
- Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard Family)
- Synonyms: C. arenicola, C. manshurica
- Subspecies: Cardamine parviflora var. arenicola
Distribution and Habitat
This species is occasional in the southern regions and has been observed in various locations, including Wellesley College, Massachusetts, and under Cypress trees. It thrives in different soil types, including those containing fertile loam, sand, or rocky material. It can be found on dry slopes, while similar species favor wet ground and stream banks.
Morphological Characteristics
- Sand bittercress typically grows to a height of 10 to 25 cm.
- It possesses a slender taproot and fibrous roots.
- The stem can be simple or branched and lacks hairs.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- It is sometimes found as a volunteer weed in gardens.
Further Information
- Discover Life offers a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cardamine parviflora.
- The Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center provides information focused on protecting and preserving North America's native plants.