What is another word for mouse-ear cress?
Pronunciation: [mˈa͡ʊsˈi͡ə kɹˈɛs] (IPA) 
Mouse-ear cress, scientifically referred to as Arabidopsis thaliana, is a small flowering plant that belongs to the mustard family. It is widely cultivated in scientific research labs due to its fast growth rate and short life cycle, making it an ideal model organism for genetic studies. However, this plant is also known and referred to by other names, including thale cress, wall cress, rock cress, and mustard weed. Mouse-ear cress is a cool-season plant that grows in well-drained and moist soils, ideally in shaded or partially shaded environments. With its adaptability and versatility, mouse-ear cress has become essential to life sciences and botany research.
