Polanisia Dodecandra, also known as Redwhisker clammyweed, is an herbaceous plant native to the United States. It belongs to the family Capparaceae and is used in traditional medicines for treatment against various ailments. There are several synonyms for Polanisia Dodecandra, such as Polanisia tenuifolia, Cleome dodecandra, and Polanisia erosa. In some regions, it is also referred to as hairy clammyweed or slim spikeflower. It has small pinkish-white flowers that bloom from May to September and is usually found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and open fields. The plant is seen as a weed in some areas, but it has a unique medicinal significance that cannot be overlooked.