garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolata)
Garlic mustard (Alliaria petiolata) is an invasive herbaceous biennial plant in the mustard family, known for its pungent garlic-like odor when crushed.
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Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained
Temperature
Moderate
Fertilizer
None Required
Care Requirements
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Adaptable to a range of light conditions, from open fields to woodland edges.
Moderate
Prefers consistently moist soil, but tolerates some dryness once established.
Well-drained
Moderate
Hardy in temperate climates, tolerating a range of seasonal temperatures.
None Required
Does not benefit from or require additional fertilization; can thrive in average soil.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Place Type
Garden
Lifespan
Biennial
Plant Height
0.3-1.2 m
Spread
0.3-1 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
1-2 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Weed Status
Yes
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderBrassicales
- familyBrassicaceae
- genusAlliaria
- speciesAlliaria petiolata
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
Not toxic; leaves, stems, flowers, and roots are edible.