Lyre-leaved Rock Cress Arabidopsis lyrata (formerly Arabis lyrata)
Other scientific names: Arabis lyrata Family: Mustard Family (Brassicaceae) Group: Cresses Distinctive features:
Tiny basal leaves are usually (not always) lyre-shaped. White 4-part flowers atop a tall stalk. Flowers: Spring; White; 4 parts (petals) Leaves: Simple Habitat: Fields and Open Areas, Sand Dunes, Alvars Grows in Sun/Shade:
Sun Books: Newcomb's Wildflower Guide: 150 Native/Non-native:
Native Origin and Meaning of Names:
Scientific Name: lyrata: lyre-shaped For more information visit: Ontario Wildflowers Photographs:
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