Lebanon stonecress
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Lebanon stonecress (Aethionema cordifolium) is a species of stonecress, a plant belonging to the mustard family (Brassicaceae). Stonecresses are typically low-growing herbs, often found in dry, chalky soils, primarily in the Mediterranean region, with some species extending into eastern Asia.1
Lebanon stonecress is cultivated for its ornamental value, featuring rose-pink flowers. The plants generally grow to a height of 10 to 25 cm (4 to 10 inches). Stonecresses are often grown in rock gardens or as border plants due to their narrow leaves and delicate four-petaled flowers, which can be pink, lilac, or white.1
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