Ladiestongue mustard facts for kids

Heterodraba unilateralis, also known as ladiestongue mustard, is a small flowering plant. It is the only species in its group, called a genus. This plant belongs to the Brassicaceae family, which is also known as the mustard family.

Ladiestongue mustard grows naturally in western North America. You can find it in places like Oregon, central California, and northern Mexico. It usually grows in open, grassy areas.

About Ladiestongue Mustard

Ladiestongue mustard is an annual herb. This means it completes its entire life cycle, from seed to flower to new seeds, within just one year. After producing seeds, the plant dies.

Appearance of the Plant

This plant has a short stem. The stem is usually covered in small hairs. Ladiestongue mustard produces tiny white flowers. These flowers are often found on the plant's stem.

Where it Grows Naturally

The ladiestongue mustard plant is native to a specific part of the world. It is found in the western regions of North America. Its natural habitat includes:

• The state of Oregon in the United States.
• Central California, also in the United States.
• Northern parts of Mexico.

It prefers to grow in open spaces. You will often see it in areas with lots of grass.