Hoary Yellowcress

Rorippa barbareifolia

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Brassicaceae
Genus:
Rorippa
Species:
Rorippa barbareifolia

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual | Biennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
3-4 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jun, jul, aug
Bloom Colors:
Yellow

Native Range

United States: Alaska, Canada: British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Yukon

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, nutrient-rich loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
tolerates poor drainage
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers habitats near water bodies