Status:
valid
Authors:
(Tate) E.A.Shaw
Source:
cmp
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Australia 79: 200 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541754
Common Names
- Arabidella procumbens
- Prostrate Arabidella
- Prostrate Arabidopsis
Synonyms
- Blennodia nasturtioides pinnatifida Benth. [unknown]
- Blennodia procumbens J.M.Black [unknown]
- Lemphoria procumbens O.E.Schulz [unknown]
- Sisymbrium procumbens Tate [unknown]
- Micromystria nasturtium pinnatifida (Benth.) O.E.Schulz [unknown]
Description
Arabidella procumbens (also called Procumbent Arabidopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers with five petals and a long, curved stem. It grows in rocky and grassy areas, and prefers full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Arabidella procumbens is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and gardening. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arabidella procumbens has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and long, slender stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arabidella procumbens is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take several months. It is also susceptible to root rot, so it should be planted in a well-draining soil.
Where to Find Arabidella procumbens
Arabidella procumbens can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of North Africa.
Arabidella procumbens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arabidella procumbens?
Arabidella procumbens
What is the common name of Arabidella procumbens?
Procumbent Arabidella
What is the natural habitat of Arabidella procumbens?
It is native to the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Arabidella genus
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