Etymology: Descurainia: in honor of Francois Descourain (1658-1740), a French pharmacist and botanist
Plants: erect, annual/biennial, 12"-32" tall forb, grayish from fine, white fuzz
Leaves: stem leaves 2-3 times pinnately-divided into fine, feathery leaflets
Flowers: yellow, 4-parted, 1/8" wide; inflorescence a loose cluster of stalked flowers; blooms May-July
Fruits: long, thin pod, not drooping; seeds in 1 row
Habitat: disturbed areas
Conservation Status: Introduced - naturalized

Flora of North America: Flora of North America Invasive And Exotic Species of North America: Descriptions, management issues, warnings, photos, etc. USDA Plants Database: Federal Distribution and detailed information including photos USDA Agricultural Research Service (ARS): Images of seeds, fruits, embryos, etc. Dan Tenaglia's The Missouri Flora: Fabulous photographs; detailed descriptions; color and leave arrangement key. David G. Smith's "Delaware Wilflowers": Beautiful photographs; descriptions Illinois Wildflowers: Wonderful photographs; detailed descriptions; color and leaf arrangement key