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Rorippa laciniata

Jagged Bitter-cress

See R. dictyosperma. Erect perennial herb

Additional information

  • SynonymCardamine laciniata
  • FamilyBrassicaceae
  • StoreyLower storey
  • Size20-40 cm high
  • Plant groupingHerbs & Groundcovers <1m
  • LeavesBasal leaves are narrower, lobed, toothed or entire to 10 cm with short hairs scattered on margins, few stem leaves are narrow.
  • Flower colourWhite
  • Flowering timeSpring to Autumn
  • FlowersFlowers smaller with 4 stamens.
  • Bird attractingNo
  • Butterfly attractingNo
  • Frog habitatYes
  • Growing conditionsOccurs on river flats.
  • Commercially availableNever
  • Conservation statusSignificant. There may be a rare occurrence within the Shire.
  • Aboriginal Use Food - leaves
Photographer/s: Kevin Sparrow, NatureShare ©

Plant Communities

  • 39 Sedge Wetland Complex (EVC 136)
  • 35 Floodplain Wetland Complex (EVC 172)
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