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Barbarea vulgaris

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Familybrassicaceae

Orderbrassicales

Lifespanbiennial, perennial

Trivial namewintercress, winter rocket, rocket cress

Blossom coloryellow

Blossom symmetryradial

Inflorescencedeterminate

Phyllotaxisalternate

Barbarea vulgaris, commonly known as wintercress or yellow rocket, is a biennial herb native to Europe and Asia. It thrives in disturbed soils and roadside verges, featuring bright yellow, four-petaled flowers that bloom in spring. Its dark green, lobed leaves form a rosette at the base, adding a lush backdrop to its vibrant blooms. Historically valued for its edible young leaves and traditional medicinal uses, Barbarea vulgaris is also known for its role as a host plant for various insects, contributing to garden biodiversity and ecosystem health.

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