Water
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter to prevent waterlogging, as the plant's growth slows down.
Also known as Grass-Leaved Pepperwort · Tall Pepperwort
Lepidium graminifolium, or Grassleaf Pepperweed, is a slender perennial herb with narrow, grass-like leaves and small white flowers. It is often found in moist or disturb
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade.
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Regular watering, allow top inch to dry.
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Prefers moderate temperatures.
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Can tolerate cooler conditions.
Light feeding in spring.
25% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter to prevent waterlogging, as the plant's growth slows down.
Prune back spent flower stalks to encourage reblooming and maintain a tidy appearance. In late winter or early spring, trim back any dead or leggy growth to promote vigorous new shoots and a more compact form.
Propagate by seed sown in spring or by stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds germinate best in warm conditions. Cuttings should be rooted in a well-draining potting mix.
Repot young plants annually in spring to provide fresh soil and more space for root growth. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when they become root-bound. Use a standard, well-draining potting mix.
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Where Grassleaf Pepperweed (Lepidium graminifolium) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Genus | Lepidium |
| Species | Lepidium graminifolium |
Similar in genus Lepidium
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