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Thlaspi

Thlaspi

9.9
A small wild plant in the mustard family, often called pennycress
  • noun
  • /ˈθlæspi/
  • Specialized
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  • When it comes to lead removal, ragweed and Thlaspi rotundifolium are better than other plants.

Examples

  • When it comes to lead removal, Thlaspi rotundifolium is better than other plants.

  • Farmers appreciate Thlaspi for its ability to grow in poor soil conditions.

  • In temperate regions, Thlaspi is commonly found in disturbed areas and along roadsides.

Synonyms

genus Thlaspi
vsThlaspi
  • Specialized
9.9

A small group of plants with soft stems from cool regions with round seedpods like pennycress

includes its placement in a larger mustard family and common-name usage
pennycress
vsThlaspi
9.9

A small plant with white flowers and flat round seed pods

is the formal genus name emphasizing family and taxonomic status

Compounds

genus Thlaspi
  • Specialized
9.9

A small group of plants with soft stems from cool regions with round seedpods like pennycress

Thlaspi arvense
  • Specialized
9.9

A common weed from Europe and Asia with round flat seed pods and a strong unpleasant smell

Surface Forms

Thlaspi singular
Thlaspis plural

Etymology

Thlaspi comes from an old Greek word thlaspion meaning 'to crush' or 'to flatten', probably because the plant's thin seed pods look pressed flat like small coins, and that image helps explain the common name pennycress and the plant's shape.