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Danish Scurvy-grass

Cochlearia danica

Danish Scurvy-grass is a small plant that grows close to the sea. It has pretty green leaves and tiny white flowers that bloom in spring. This plant loves to live in sandy places and can be found along coastlines.

Habitat: Coastal areas

Appearance

The Danish Scurvy-grass has small, glossy, often heart-shaped or triangular leaves that can be green or tinged with purple. It features tiny white, four-petaled flowers arranged in loose clusters, making it stand out against rocky coastal backgrounds.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderBrassicalesFamilyBrassicaceaeGenusCochlearia
Danish Scurvy-grass
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Danish Scurvy-grass

Category

Plants

Rarity

Common

Danger

1/5 · Very low

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Interesting facts

It tastes peppery, like cress, even though it grows right by the salty sea!

Its tiny seeds can travel far on ocean currents, finding new homes on distant shores!

This hardy plant can bloom even in chilly coastal winds and sea spray!

Vikings and sailors carried this plant on long voyages to avoid getting sick!

Special abilities

Ability

Salt Warrior

Danish Scurvy-grass can thrive in super salty soils, an adaptation that helps it grow where other plants can't survive.

Ability

Vitamin C Powerhouse

Danish Scurvy-grass has leaves packed with Vitamin C, helping it stay healthy and offering a vital nutrient source.

Ability

Coastal Anchor

Danish Scurvy-grass has strong roots that help stabilize coastal dunes and shingle, preventing erosion by waves.

Measurements & details

Height
5-30 cm
Spread
5-25 cm
Flower Size
0.2-0.4 cm
Bloom Season
Spring to early summer
Edible
Yes
Toxicity
None
Lifecycle
Annual
Pollination Method
Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

European honey bee

Apis mellifera

collects nectar and pollen from flowers

pollinates

Drone fly

Eristalis tenax

visits flowers for nectar

eats

Garden snail

Helix aspersa

grazes on leaves and young shoots

Traits

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Safety

Danger

1/5 · Very low

Always look but don't touch plants unless an adult says it's okay.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Danish Scurvy-grass?

5-30 cm

How wide does Danish Scurvy-grass spread?

5-25 cm

How big are the flowers on Danish Scurvy-grass?

0.2-0.4 cm

When does Danish Scurvy-grass bloom?

Spring to early summer

Is Danish Scurvy-grass edible?

Yes

Is Danish Scurvy-grass toxic?

None

What is Danish Scurvy-grass's lifecycle?

Annual

How is Danish Scurvy-grass pollinated?

Insect

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