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Capsella bursa-pastoris (L.) Medik.

Capsella bursa-pastoris (L.) Medik.. Capsella bursa-pastoris, commonly known as shepherd's purse or lady's purse, is a small flowering plant in the mustard family. It has been described as a protocarnivore because its seeds contain mucilage, which traps nematodes.

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Native range

Native range not recorded for this plant. Often a non-native cultivar or naturalized garden plant.

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