Thale Cress (Arabidopsis Thaliana) is a annual herb in the Brassicaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Arabidopsis thaliana is a small flowering plant in the mustard family, widely used as a model organism in plant biology.

Thale Cress

Thale Cress

Arabidopsis Thaliana

Arabidopsis thaliana is a small flowering plant in the mustard family, widely used as a model organism in plant biology.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:model organism for research, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Thale Cress

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Brassicaceae
Genus:Arabidopsis