Biscutella didyma L.

Species Classification and Common Name

Biscutella didyma, commonly called buckler mustard, is an annual herb species belonging to the Brassicaceae family.

Height

Fully grown individuals of this species reach up to 4 cm in height.

Vegetative and Fruit Characteristics

It has a self-supporting growth structure, simple broad leaves, and produces dry fruit.

Flower Pollinators

Its flowers are visited by nomad bees, syrphid flies, the specific hoverfly Chrysotoxum intermedium, and the specific fly Hebecnema fumosa.