Palmer's Spectaclepod (Dimorphocarpa Candicans) is a annual, biennial herb in the Brassicaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Dimorphocarpa candicans is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant native to the central United States, known for its distinctive silicle fruit and herbaceous growth habit.

Palmer's Spectaclepod

Palmer's Spectaclepod

Dimorphocarpa Candicans

Dimorphocarpa candicans is an annual or biennial herbaceous plant native to the central United States, known for its distinctive silicle fruit and herbaceous growth habit.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual, biennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Palmer's Spectaclepod

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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Brassicaceae
Genus:Dimorphocarpa