Barbarea is a type of plant that is commonly referred to as wintercress or yellow rocket due to its bright yellow flowers. Other synonyms for this plant include American cress, creeping yellowcress, bittercress, land cress, and upland cress. The plant is a part of the Brassicaceae family and is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It is often used as a medicinal herb and added to dishes as a flavorful herb. Barbarea is easy to grow and can be found in wet soil environments such as along streambanks, ditches, and meadows. It is a great addition to any garden and is loved by pollinators for its beautiful flowers.