Fendler's pennycress
Noccaea fendleri (A.Gray) Holub
Noccaea fendleri (A.Gray) Holub is a species in the Brassicaceae family, commonly known as Fendler's pennycress. It is native to western North America, occurring in the United States from Arizona to Washington, as well as in northeastern and northwestern Mexico. This wildflower is part of the mustard family and is known for blooming early in spring, providing nectar for butterflies.
Description
Noccaea fendleri is a wildflower found in mountainous regions from northern Mexico to the northern United States. It is a member of the Brassicaceae family and is recognized for its early spring blooming period. The species is distributed across several U.S. states and parts of Mexico. It is also known by the common names wild candytuft and alpine pennycress. The plant plays a role in supporting local pollinators, particularly butterflies, by providing nectar.
Other common names
Fendler's pennycress
Distribution
Arizona · California · Colorado · Idaho · Mexico Northeast · Mexico Northwest · Montana · Nevada · New Mexico · Oregon · Texas · Utah · Washington · Wyoming · MX
