Cochlearia

Cochlearia anglica

Cochlearia aucheri Boiss.

Cochlearia danica

Cochlearia glastifolia

Cochlearia groenlandica

Cochlearia himalaica

Cochlearia megalosperma

Cochlearia officinalis is a semi-evergreen perennial native to the UK, typically growing between 15 and 40 cm tall. This plant features a spreading growth pattern with fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves that vary in color from dark green to reddish-purple. During the months of April and May, it bears white flowers that are occasionally accented with hints of mauve or purple and emit a mild fragrance. Traditionally, its rich vitamin C content was important for sailors in avoiding scurvy.

Cochlearia officinalis

Cochlearia officinalis 'Variegata' (v)

Cochlearia officinalis var. alpina

Cochlearia polonica

Cochlearia pyrenaica is a compact, semi-evergreen perennial that typically grows to heights of 10 to 30 cm. It features kidney-shaped leaves at its base and produces clusters of small white flowers from May to August in the UK. Although not commonly grown, this plant can enhance rock or alpine gardens that mimic its natural moist, rocky environments.