Water
Water consistently to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely, as this can stress the plant. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months when growth slows down.
Also known as Asian Wavy Bittercress · Nursery Bittercress
Hidden Bittercress (Cardamine occulta) is a small, herbaceous plant known for its delicate white flowers and peppery leaves. It thrives in moist, shady conditions.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers partial shade
50% intensity
Tolerates full sun in cooler climates if soil remains moist. Avoid intense afternoon sun.
Keep soil consistently moist
50% intensity
Avoid waterlogged conditions, but do not allow soil to dry out.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Cool to moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 10-20°C. Can tolerate cooler conditions.
Low feeder
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly only during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely, as this can stress the plant. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months when growth slows down.
Pruning is typically not necessary for Cardamine occulta, as it is a low-growing, herbaceous plant. Remove any dead or damaged foliage as needed to maintain a tidy appearance. This can be done at any time of year.
Cardamine occulta readily self-seeds and can also be propagated by division of established clumps in spring or early autumn. Seedlings can be transplanted to new locations once they are large enough to handle.
Repotting is usually only necessary if the plant becomes pot-bound, which is uncommon for this species. If replanting is needed, do so in spring or early autumn. Use a well-draining potting mix.
This plant often thrives when allowed to naturalize.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Hidden Bittercress (Cardamine occulta)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Genus | Cardamine |
| Species | Cardamine occulta |
Similar in genus Cardamine
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