Pachyphragma macrophylla
Caucasian Penny-cress
- Perennial
- 30-40 cm high
- Light-coloured flowers
- Semi-evergreen
- Very hardy
Excellent ground cover for shade, also tolerates drought. In spring, clusters of white flowers above beautiful, round leaves - with an onion-like flavor.
Garden use
Use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Planting density
Plant about 8 - 12 plants per m²
Characteristics
| Height | 30 - 40 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | March - May |
| Flower colour | White |
| Growth habit | Carpet, Tuft |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Hardiness | down to about -25°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Morning sun, Evening sun, Open shade, Filtered, Shade |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Average, Moist |
| Soil | Pervious, Light, Normal |
| Soil fertility | Normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Pachyphragma macrophylla |
|---|---|
| Genus | Pachyphragma |
| Family | Brassicaceae |
| Common names |
NL: Kaukasische look-zonder-look EN: Caucasian Penny-cress |
| Synonyms | Thlaspi macrophyllum |
