Mountain Pepperweed (Lepidium Montanum) is a biennial or perennial herb in the Brassicaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Lepidium montanum is a species of flowering plant in the mustard family native to western North America, often found in salty or gravelly soils.

Mountain Pepperweed

Mountain Pepperweed

Lepidium Montanum

Lepidium montanum is a species of flowering plant in the mustard family native to western North America, often found in salty or gravelly soils.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial or perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, gravelly, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mountain Pepperweed

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:Lepidium