Cochlearia macrocarpa
Family: Brassicaceae or Cruciferae
What it is like
Cochlearia macrocarpa is a . The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies, beetles. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil.
Height (m): 0
Where it is found
Not known
C. Europe.
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Countries/locations it is found in
How it is used
Food
Rating: 1
The root is a condiment. It is used like horseradish (Armoracia rusticana) and is said to be less acrid.
Condiment: the various plants that are used as flavourings, either as herbs, spices or condiments.
Medicine
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How it is grown
We have virtually no information on this species or its hardiness in Britain and do not even know if it is a perennial or annual. There is no record of it in 'Flora Europaea'. It is likely to succeed in an acid or calcareous sandy or gritty well-drained soils in a sunny position.
Propagating it: Seed - sow spring or autumn in situ. Germination usually takes place within 2 - 3 weeks at 15°c.
Best place to grow: Cultivated Beds;
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Growth:
Soil: Light (sandy), medium, heavy (clay)
Shade: No shade
Moisture: Moist