Garlic Mustard

Scientific Name: Alliaria petiolata

Plant Family: Brassicaceae

Native Region: Europe, Western and Central Asia, and Northwestern Africa

Garlic Mustard

Brief Description

A biennial herb characterized by heart-shaped, scalloped leaves that emit a distinct garlic odor when crushed. In its first year, it remains a low-growing rosette like the one pictured.

Care Instructions

This plant is considered a highly invasive species in North America. It is not recommended for cultivation; instead, it should be removed by hand-pulling before it sets seed to prevent it from outcompeting native flora.

Medicinal Value

We do not currently provide medicinal value for plant identifications.

Created At: 2026-03-10T01:48:05.849509