Perennial Pepperweed

( Lepidium latifolium )

QUICK IDENTIFICATION

  • Enlarged roots at the soil surface form a woody crown and stem base
  • Dark green, glossy leaves
  • Bright green-gray, waxy leaves with a distinct white mid-vein; Upper leaves have no stalk; directly attach to stem, but do not clasp it
  • Small, white, 4-petaled, densely clustered flowers
  • Height of 2 to 4 feet

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Weed Information

Type Information
Toxicity Non-toxic
Control Hand pulling, grazing and herbicide. Contact your County Weed District or local applicator for more information.
Habitat Along rivers, riparian zones, waste areas, ditches, roadsides, pastures and residential areas.
Root Deep, spreading roots
Leaf Shape Oblong to lance-shaped with toothed edges
Lifespan Perennial; two years or longer
Priority 2A Weed Common in isolated areas of Montana.
Similar Looking Plants Whitetop (hoary cress), hoary alyssum and pennycress
Important Information This plant is commonly found in floral arrangements, therefore can be found invading cemeteries and landfills. It is primarily invasive in riparian areas or wetlands and can produce more than six billion seeds per acre of infestation.
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