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Plant Care
Peninsula bittercress
(Cardamine scutata)
Also Known As
Peninsula bittercress, Asian bittercress, Chinese cress, Japanese cress
About This Plant
Cardamine scutata is a small alpine plant species that belongs to the Brassicaceae family. It is a perennial herb that grows up to 5 cm in height. The leaves are basal, rounded and deeply lobed. The flowers are white or pink and bloom in spring and summer.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
1-5 inches (2.5-12.7 cm)
Light Requirements
Cardamine scutata prefers partial shade to full sun.
Humidity Needs
It prefers moderate to high humidity levels.
Fertilizing Schedule
It does not require frequent fertilization, but can benefit from a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.
Pruning Guidelines
Deadheading spent flowers can encourage more blooms.
Common Pests and Diseases
Cardamine scutata is generally not affected by pests or diseases.
Indoor Size Range
N/A
Watering Schedule
The soil should be kept moist but not waterlogged.
Temperature Range
It can tolerate cold temperatures and is hardy to USDA zones 5-8.
Growing Season
Cardamine scutata grows in spring and summer.
Growing Difficulty Level
It is considered easy to grow in the appropriate conditions.
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-8
Did You Know?
Cardamine scutata is commonly used in traditional Tibetan medicine to treat various ailments including fever, cough, and colds.
