Tropaeolum majus
Tropaeolum majus
Tropaeolum majus (pronunciation: troh-pee-oh-lum may-jus), commonly known as Garden Nasturtium, Indian Cress, or Monk's Cress, is a flowering plant species in the family Tropaeolaceae. The name Tropaeolum majus is derived from the Greek words 'tropaion' meaning trophy and 'majus' meaning greater.
Description
Tropaeolum majus is a herbaceous annual plant with trailing stems growing to 1 meter long. The leaves are large, nearly circular, 3 to 15 cm diameter, green with distinct veins. The flowers are 2.5–6 cm diameter, with five petals, eight stamens, and a 2.5–3 cm long nectar spur at the back, from which it derives one of its common names, "Monk's Cress".
Cultivation and uses
Tropaeolum majus is widely cultivated for its flowers. It is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine, particularly in South America, where it is native. The leaves and flowers are edible, with a peppery flavor similar to watercress.
Related terms
- Tropaeolaceae: The plant family to which Tropaeolum majus belongs.
- Annual plant: A plant that completes its life cycle in one year, like Tropaeolum majus.
- Herbaceous: Refers to plants that have non-woody stems.
- Ornamental plant: Plants that are grown for decorative purposes in gardens and landscape design projects.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tropaeolum majus
- Wikipedia's article - Tropaeolum majus
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