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Description
Pseudoturritis is a genus of plants in the Brassicaceae family. It contains only one species, Pseudoturritis turrita, which is commonly referred to as Tower mustard. It is a biennial or perennial plant that can grow up to 5 feet tall. The leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate with toothed margins. The flowers are small, white, and arranged in a raceme. It blooms from May to August and produces fruits in the form of long, narrow, cylindrical silicles.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain: | Eukarya |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Phylum: | Spermatophyta |
| Class: | Angiospermae |
| Order: | Brassicales |
| Family: | Brassicaceae |
| Genus: | Pseudoturritis |
| Species: | Pseudoturritis turrita |
Appearance
The Pseudoturritis plant has a tall, narrow, and erect stem that can grow up to 5 feet tall. The leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate with toothed margins. The flowers are small, white, and arranged in a raceme. It produces fruits in the form of long, narrow, cylindrical silicles. The plant blooms from May to August.
Care Guide
The Pseudoturritis plant requires regular watering, but not too much, as it can easily rot if overwatered. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate a range of soil pH levels. Fertilize once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Pseudoturritis plant can be susceptible to aphids, caterpillars, and flea beetles. It can also be affected by fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and downy mildew. To prevent pests and diseases, regularly inspect the plant and remove any affected parts. Use insecticidal soap or neem oil to control pests.
Habitat
The Pseudoturritis plant is native to North America and can be found in meadows, prairies, and open woods. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate a range of soil pH levels. The plant is hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Pseudoturritis plant an annual or perennial?
A: Pseudoturritis plant can be either a biennial or perennial plant.
Q: What are the common pests that affect Pseudoturritis plant?
A: The common pests that affect Pseudoturritis plant are aphids, caterpillars, and flea beetles.
Q: How often should I fertilize Pseudoturritis plant?
A: Fertilize Pseudoturritis plant once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: What are the hardiness zones for Pseudoturritis plant?
A: The hardiness zones for Pseudoturritis plant are USDA zones 4-8.
Related Plants
- Arabis
- Brassica
- Camelina
- Cardamine
- Erysimum
- Hesperis
- Nasturtium
- Raphanus
- Sinapis
- Thlaspi
References
- https://www.fs.fed.us/database/feis/plants/forb/psetur/all.html
- https://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=PSTU2
- https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=PSTU2
- https://pfaf.org/user/plant.aspx?latinname=Pseudoturritis+turrita
