Mackenzie River Yellowcress

Rorippa crystallina

Taxonomy

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

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb
Height:
1-2 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug
Bloom Colors:
yellow
Ground Cover:
Yes

Native Range

Canada: Northwest Territories

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
moist, nutrient-rich, silty soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
tolerates poor drainage
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
commonly found in riparian zones