HOARY ALYSSUM
Beteroa incana
Plant Characteristics
Height:
1' - 3'
Stem:
Fine hairs
Leaves:
Fine hairs, small coming to a point
Flower:
Bright white, notched
Bloom Time:
April to OctoberHoary Alyssum can produce 2,600 seeds per plant. It particularity likes dry places like prairies where vegetation is sparse. It can be a nuisance in prairies as is outcompetes native plants takes over the native habitat.
Spot Spray
Spot spray with herbicide.
Hand Pull
Hand pull below the root crown.
Cultural Plant Alternatives:
White Prairie Clover
Growing up to 3 feet tall, this plant blooms June to July with tiny white flower clusters. The leaves can be collected, dried, and used as tea. Roots can be collected in late spring to early summer. They can be peeled and chewed on for their sweet taste.
Bloodroot
Bloodroot appears as a small white flower with a yellow center, typically on the forest floor. They lack the ability to spread far from their place of origin and will often be in small groups. The fresh root is red and can be used to mak deep red dyes.
