Water
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during dry periods. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is less active.
Also known as Cabbage-Flowered Moricandia · Mustard · Violet Cabbage
Moricandia arvensis, commonly known as Purple Mistress, is an annual herb from the Brassicaceae family, native to the Mediterranean region.
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
75% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 15-25°C. Avoid frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season with diluted balanced 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 regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during dry periods. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is less active.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead or faded flowers to promote further blooming. Light pruning can be done after flowering or in early spring before new growth begins.
Propagate by seeds sown in spring or autumn. Young plants can also be propagated from stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Ensure cuttings are placed in well-draining soil or a suitable rooting medium.
Repot young plants annually or biennially in spring. Mature plants can be repotted less frequently, only when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot that is slightly larger than the previous one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Purple Mistress (Moricandia arvensis)
Where Purple Mistress (Moricandia arvensis) 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 | Moricandia |
| Species | Moricandia arvensis |
Similar in genus Moricandia
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