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Lesser swinecress

Lepidium didymum

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (6 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (15 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Fiji), and South America (Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Brassicales (Brassicales)

Species

Lepidium didymum (Lesser swinecress)

Names in Other Languages

French corne-de-cerf didyme

German Zweiknotiger Krähenfuß

Similar Species in Lepidium

Broadleaved pepperweed

Lepidium fasciculatum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lesser swinecress?

The scientific name of Lesser swinecress is Lepidium didymum. It belongs to the genus Lepidium.

Where does Lesser swinecress live?

Lesser swinecress is found in Widely distributed across Africa (6 countries), Asia (8 countries), Europe (15 countries), North America (Canada, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Fiji), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Colombia, Comoros, Congo (DRC), Czech Republic, Denmark.

What family does Lesser swinecress belong to?

Lesser swinecress (Lepidium didymum) belongs to the genus Lepidium, which is part of the taxonomic family Brassicaceae.

What kingdom does Lesser swinecress belong to?

Lesser swinecress (Lepidium didymum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Lesser swinecress?

The closest relatives of Lesser swinecress in the genus Lepidium include African pepperwort, Argentine pepperweed, Bastard Cress, Broadleaved pepperweed, Bundled Pepperwort.