Purple Mistress (Moricandia Arvensis) is a biennial or perennial herb in the Brassicaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Moricandia arvensis is a herbaceous flowering plant species in the Brassicaceae family, native to the Mediterranean region.

Purple Mistress

Purple Mistress

Moricandia Arvensis

Moricandia arvensis is a herbaceous flowering plant species in the Brassicaceae family, native to the Mediterranean region.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
biennial or perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Purple Mistress

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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:Moricandia