Peltaria alliacea Garlic cress (Cruciferae) Evergreen perennial

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Peltaria alliacea
Garlic cress
Evergreen perennial
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The Peltaria alliacea plant species is found in E. Europe. It is a member of the Cruciferae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Garlic cress.

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Latin Name:  Peltaria alliacea
Common Name:  Garlic cress
Family:  Cruciferae
Author:  Jacq.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.3   Mature Width:  0.3

Habitat:  Hills and woods[45].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a light fertile moist soil in sun or light shade[200], though it is not too fussy[K]. A very easily grown plant that tolerates considerable neglect, it produces its best crop of leaves from autumn to spring and is a potentially valuable winter salad plant[K]. The bruised leaves give off a powerful garlic smell which is difficult to remove from the hands[245].

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