Lesser swine-cress originated in South America and is native to regions of the continent's western and northern parts. It has since spread across both temperate and tropical areas on other continents. Lesser swine-cress is widely introduced and naturalized in numerous regions of Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, and Oceania. It thrives in a range of environments outside its original habitat, demonstrating a notable adaptability.

Lesser swine-cress, also known as Lesser swine-cress, originates from Europe but has spread worldwide. This plant is considered a weed due to its harmful impacts on gardens and cultivated fields. It not only competes with other plants for nutrients, water, and sunlight, hence limiting their growth, but its dense growth pattern can also smother other plants. Lesser swine-cress's high reproductive capacity amplifies its weedy characteristics; a single plant can produce numerous seeds, which are easily dispersed by wind, water, animals, and human activities. This ability to reproduce and spread rapidly contributes to its invasiveness, making it a challenging plant to control and eliminate once established.

The best time to remove lesser swine-cress is late spring or early summer. This is because the plant is still young and easier to pull out. It's best to remove this weed prior to its flowering and seed set state to prevent future growth.