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Lepidium oleraceum, commonly known as sea rocket or winter cress, is a perennial plant native to the Antipodean Islands, Chatham Islands, Kermadec Islands, and various regions of New Zealand, including the North and South Islands. Lepidium oleraceum (Latin: Lepidium oleraceum) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Lepidium oleraceum is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Lepidium oleraceum is a member native to ALB, ALG, ALT, AUT, BAL, and BUL. Lepidium oleraceum thrives in moist conditions and prefers light to heavy soils, with a preference for sandy, medium, or clay textures.
Lepidium oleraceum grows best in 8/10 light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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