Alkali Pepperweed

Lepidium dictyotum

Alkali Pepperweed

Stephen Laymon, Bureau of Land Management

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Brassicaceae
Genus:
Lepidium
Species:
Lepidium dictyotum

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
6 in - 1 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
mar, apr, may, jun
Bloom Colors:
White, Green
Ground Cover:
Yes

Native Range

United States: California, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
pH:
6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to arid regions, prefers open, sunny areas