Cochlearia danica
Cochlearia danica
- Native to:
- Baltic States, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland
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Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Brassicaceae
- Genus:
- Cochlearia
- Species:
- Cochlearia danica
- USDA Symbol:
- CODA6
Growth Characteristics
- Height:
- 20 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
- Bloom Months:
- mar,apr,may,jun
- Bloom Colors:
- white, pale lilac
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, small insects
- Salt Tolerant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, nutrient-poor, well-drained soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- often found in coastal areas with salty conditions
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- Cold/moist stratification required — 14–30 days
- Germination Time:
- 7–21 days
- Notes:
- Seeds germinate readily in cool conditions. Light may improve germination rates.
The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI