Lepidium iberis

At a glance

Lifecycle
Annual
Exposure
Full sun

Cultivation

We have almost no information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors at least in the milder parts of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Succeeds in most soils.

Propagation

Seed - sow spring in situ. Germination should take place within 3 weeks.

Edible uses

Young leaves - raw or cooked. A hot cress-like flavour.

Medicinal uses

The plant is rubefacient. It is applied externally in the treatment of rheumatism. The seeds are used in the treatment of dropsy. The seeds of the sub-species L. iberis alba are used in Indian medicine. No more details are given.

Habitat

Not known

Native range

S. Europe to the Himalayas.

Same genus