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Cardamine amara

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Familybrassicaceae

Orderbrassicales

Lifespanperennial

Trivial namelarge bitter-cress

Blossom colorwhite

Blossom symmetryradial

Inflorescencedeterminate

Phyllotaxisalternate

Cardamine amara, commonly known as large bittercress or bittercress, is a perennial herb native to Europe and parts of Asia. It is typically found in damp, shady habitats such as riverbanks and wetlands. The plant features delicate white flowers with four petals that bloom in spring and early summer, adding a touch of elegance to moist garden areas. Its pinnate leaves are dark green and glossy, forming a rosette at the base. While Cardamine amara is known for its slightly bitter taste, which can be used in salads and culinary dishes, it also serves as a nectar source for pollinators, enhancing garden biodiversity.

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