Nasturtium microphyllum (Cruciferae)

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The Nasturtium microphyllum plant species is found in W. Europe. It is a member of the Cruciferae family.

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Latin Name:  Nasturtium microphyllum
Family:  Cruciferae
Author:  (Boenn.)Rchb.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.5   Mature Width:  1

Habitat:  Stream margins, ditches, flushes etc with moving water[17, 27], usually in chalk or limestone areas[52].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers to grow in water about 5cm deep[37] with an optimum pH 7.2[200]. Plants can be grown in wet soil if the position is somewhat shaded and protection is given in winter, though the flavour may be hotter[27, 37]. Plants are hardy to about -15°c[200], they tolerate lower temperatures than N. officinale[200]. Often cultivated for its edible leaves, there are some named varieties[16, 183]. The plant is very sensitive to pollution so a clean source of water is required[200]. Plants will often continue to grow all through mild winters.

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