Lepidium, known as peppercress, peppergrass, pepperweed, and pepperwort, is a plant of the cabbage family. It is found in warm and temperate zones. You have probably seen tumbleweed- a ball of twigs rolling around in the wilderness – some types of lepidium form them. What is more, Lepidium sativum is commonly known as cress.

Peppercress is distinguished by the miniature, round leaves surrounding the twigs. The stabilisation gives the plant a more pleasant texture to the touch and a longer shelf life than the dried version. The structure of the lepidium and its colour in a shade of light green make it ideal for filling bouquets, wreaths and garlands. The small leaves and twigs will also work well in small decorations. Because of its similarity to heather and erica, preserved lepidium looks great in autumn compositions. It is a versatile plant that will add an interesting accent to arrangements and emphasise their natural character..