Rorippa anceps, commonly known as Hybrid Yellowcress, is a perennial herb native to temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Northern Asia. It thrives in freshwater wetlands, including marshes, ditches, and along the edges of streams and rivers. This plant exhibits a moderate growth rate and typically reaches a height of 0.5-2 feet (0.15-0.6 meters) with a similar spread of 1-3 feet (0.3-0.9 meters). Hybrid Yellowcress has lanceolate leaves and produces small, four-petaled yellow flowers that bloom in the summer, offering a modest display.

Hybrid Yellowcress is valued for its ability to thrive in wet conditions and is often used for water garden planting, riparian restoration, and as a ground cover in appropriate areas. It requires consistently moist or even wet soil and can tolerate a range of soil types, from clay to loam. While it prefers full sun or part shade, it is adaptable to light conditions. This plant can be a useful addition to rain gardens and is sometimes cultivated for its edible leaves, which have a peppery flavor similar to watercress. Gardeners should be aware that it can spread aggressively in favorable conditions and may require management to prevent unwanted naturalization.CC BY-SA 4.0