Lepidium bidentatum var. o-waihiense

Description:

naunau, Knn pepperwortBrassicaceae (Mustard family)Variety is endemic to the Hawaiian IslandsStatus: VulerableOahu (Cultivated)Etymology The generic name Lepidium is derived from the Greek lepis, scale, in reference to the small, flat, scale-like fruit.The specific epithet bidentatum is from the Latin bidentatus, double toothed, in reference to the serrated or toothed leaves.The plant was used medicinally by early Hawaiians. Leaves are eaten raw or cooked and used as for medicinal purposes in other parts of Polynesia.The edible leaves have a peppery smell and flavor to them and can be added to spice up green salads. nativeplants.hawaii.edu/plant/view/Lepidium_bidentatum_o-...