Spectaclepod (Dimorphocarpa Wislizeni) is a biennial herb in the Brassicaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Dimorphocarpa wislizeni, known as spectaclepod or touristplant, is a biennial herbaceous plant with distinctive seed pods resembling spectacles.

Spectaclepod

Spectaclepod

Dimorphocarpa Wislizeni

Dimorphocarpa wislizeni, known as spectaclepod or touristplant, is a biennial herbaceous plant with distinctive seed pods resembling spectacles.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for 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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Brassicaceae
Genus:Dimorphocarpa