Status:
valid
Authors:
(Schott) O'Kane & Al-Shehbaz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Novon 7: 325 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541771
Common Names
- Arabidopsis croatica
- Croatian Thale Cress
- Croatian Rockcress
Synonyms
- Arabis croatica Schott ex Nyman & Kotschy [unknown]
- Cardaminopsis croatica Jáv. [unknown]
Description
Arabidopsis croatica (also called Croatian Arabidopsis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has small white flowers and grows in dry meadows and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Arabidopsis croatica is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and gardening. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arabidopsis croatica 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
Arabidopsis croatica is an annual plant that is native to Europe. 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 Arabidopsis croatica
Arabidopsis croatica can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of North Africa.
Arabidopsis croatica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arabidopsis croatica?
Arabidopsis croatica
What is the common name of Arabidopsis croatica?
Croatica
What is the natural habitat of Arabidopsis croatica?
Mountain meadows in western North America
Species in the Arabidopsis genus
Arabidopsis arenicola,
Arabidopsis arenosa,
Arabidopsis cebennensis,
Arabidopsis croatica,
Arabidopsis halleri,
Arabidopsis lyrata,
Arabidopsis neglecta,
Arabidopsis pedemontana,
Arabidopsis petrogena,
Arabidopsis suecica,
Arabidopsis thaliana,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,