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(Cardamine trifolia)
Trifoliate Bittercress (Cardamine trifolia)
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Gabriel Mayrhofer
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Photo by: Gabriel Mayrhofer | License Type: Public Domain | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/ | Rights Holder: Gabriel Mayrhofer | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2021-05-01T09:17:55-07:00 |
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Summary
Cardamine trifolia, commonly known as Trifoliate Bittercress, is an evergreen perennial herb native to the understory of deciduous forests in Europe. It typically grows to a height of 0.4-1 feet (0.1-0.3 meters) and a width of about 1 foot (0.3 meters). This plant forms low clumps of glossy, trifoliate leaves, which remain attractive throughout the year. In spring, it produces small, delicate white flowers that add a subtle charm to shaded garden areas. The flowers are not particularly showy but contribute to early-season interest in the garden.
Trifoliate Bittercress is valued for its evergreen foliage and its ability to thrive in shaded conditions, making it an excellent ground cover for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and underplanting beneath larger shrubs or trees. It is relatively low-maintenance, requiring minimal care once established. This plant prefers consistently moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter and thrives in part shade to full shade. While it is drought-tolerant once established, it benefits from regular watering during prolonged dry spells. It is generally free from serious pests and diseases, but slugs and snails can sometimes be a problem in overly moist conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Trifoliate Bittercress is valued for its evergreen foliage and its ability to thrive in shaded conditions, making it an excellent ground cover for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and underplanting beneath larger shrubs or trees. It is relatively low-maintenance, requiring minimal care once established. This plant prefers consistently moist, well-drained soils rich in organic matter and thrives in part shade to full shade. While it is drought-tolerant once established, it benefits from regular watering during prolonged dry spells. It is generally free from serious pests and diseases, but slugs and snails can sometimes be a problem in overly moist conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 0.4-1 feet
- Width: 0.4-1 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: White
- Flowering Season: Spring
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Part Shade, Full Shade
- Water: Low
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Butterfly Garden, Drought Tolerant, Groundcover, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Understory of deciduous forests in Europe
Other Names
Common Names: Kleeblättriges Schaumkraut
Scientific Names: , Cardamine trifolia, Dentaria alternifolia, Cardamine trifolia var. bijuga, Crucifera trifolia,
GBIF Accepted Name: Cardamine trifolia L.