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Description
Cardamine Angustata is a flowering plant that belongs to the Brassicaceae family. It is commonly found in North America and Asia, growing in moist and shady locations such as streams, wet meadows, and forests. This plant is known for its attractive white flowers that bloom in early spring, making it a popular choice for gardeners and landscapers.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Angiosperms |
| Class | Dicotyledons |
| Order | Brassicales |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Genus | Cardamine |
Appearance
The Cardamine Angustata plant is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 30cm in height. It has a basal rosette of leaves that are dark green and deeply lobed. Its stems are erect and branched, with small white flowers that bloom in clusters at the top of the stem. The flowers are about 1cm in diameter and have 4 petals that are white or sometimes pinkish. The plant produces small pods that contain seeds, which are dispersed by wind or water.
Care Guide
To care for Cardamine Angustata, it is important to provide it with enough water, fertilization, soil, sunlight, and to consider its hardiness zones. The plant prefers consistently moist soil and partial shade. It can tolerate full sun, but it needs to be watered more frequently. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, but it prefers rich, well-draining soil. Fertilize the plant once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. This plant is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 4-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Cardamine Angustata is generally not prone to serious pest or disease problems. However, it can be affected by slugs, snails, and aphids. To control these pests, handpick them or use an insecticidal soap. The plant may also be susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and downy mildew. To prevent these diseases, avoid overhead watering and provide good air circulation.
Habitat
Cardamine Angustata is native to North America and Asia, where it grows in moist and shady locations such as streams, wet meadows, and forests. It prefers cool and damp environments and can tolerate freezing temperatures.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Cardamine Angustata be grown in containers?
A: Yes, it can be grown in containers as long as the soil is kept consistently moist and the container has good drainage.
Q: How often should I water Cardamine Angustata?
A: The plant prefers moist soil and should be watered regularly, especially during hot and dry weather.
Q: Can Cardamine Angustata be propagated by cuttings?
A: Yes, it can be propagated by stem cuttings taken in the spring or early summer.
Q: Does Cardamine Angustata attract pollinators?
A: Yes, the plant’s flowers attract bees and other pollinators.
Related Plants
- Cardamine bulbifera
- Cardamine californica
- Cardamine concatenata
- Cardamine diphylla
References
- “Cardamine angustata.” Missouri Botanical Garden. Accessed 10 June 2021. <https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=b412>.
- “Cardamine angustata.” PlantFiles. Accessed 10 June 2021. <https://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/162974/>.
- “Cardamine angustata.” Pacific Northwest Wildflowers. Accessed 10 June 2021. <https://www.pnwflowers.com/flower/cardamine-angustata>.
