Lepidium montanum
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Mountain pepperweed
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Summary
Source: WikipediaLepidium montanum is a species of flowering plant in the mustard family known by the common names mountain pepperweed, mountain peppergrass, mountain pepperwort, and mountain pepperplant. It is native to western North America from Oregon to Montana to northern Mexico, where it can be found in a number of habitats, often on salty or gravelly soils. There are several varieties, many of which are difficult to distinguish.
Description
A herb in the mustard family (Brassicaceae) found in temperate regions. Mountain pepperweed produces seeds that are edible.
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Edible Uses
The seeds are eaten.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
North America, USA,
Synonyms
References (1)
- Moerman, D. F., 2010, Native American Ethnobotany. Timber Press. p 301
