Tropaeolum majus
Common Nasturtium, Garden Nasturtium, large Indian cress, Indian Cress, Lark's Heel, Monk Cress, Nasties, Nasturtium, Tall Nasturtium, Monks Cress, Dragoljub, Garden-Nasturtium, Pohe Haole, Tropaeolum majus
Description
A perennial herbaceous plant, though mainly grown as an annual depending on local climatic conditions, with a creeping habit. It flowers throughout the summer, producing a profusion of brightly coloured blooms that attract pollinating insects such as bees and butterflies.
It is easy to grow and suitable for all growers. Its main uses are in the cosmetics, agri-food and ornamental sectors.
Pay attention to the plant’s light requirements and the type of soil in which you decide to grow it.
Classification
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Phylum
- Magnoliophyta
- Class
- Angiospermae
- Order
- Brassicales
- Family
- Tropaeolaceae
- Genus
- Tropaeolum
- Species
- Tropaeolum majus
