Lepidium apetalum (Cruciferae)

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Lepidium apetalum
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The Lepidium apetalum plant species is found in Europe to E. Asia - China and Korea. It is a member of the Cruciferae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as L. micranthum. Lebour.

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Latin Name:  Lepidium apetalum
Family:  Cruciferae
Author:  Willd.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Steppes, solonetzic soils, roadsides and weed-infested places[74].

Medicinal Information: The seed is antiasthmatic, antitussive, diuretic and purgative[176, 218]. The seed is also cardiotonic[176, 218]. A decoction of the leaves is used in the treatment of asthma, coughs, nausea, oedema and pleurisy[176, 218]. The root is decocted with other herbs and used as an expectorant[218]. The plant contains antibacterial substances[218].

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