Status:
valid
Authors:
Kitam.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 17: 139 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000542572
Common Names
- Nuristan Rockcress
- Nuristan Alpine Rockcress
- Nuristan Meadow Rockcress
Description
Arabis nuristanica (also called Nuristan Rockcress, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It typically grows in rocky habitats, such as alpine meadows and cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Arabis nuristanica is an attractive ornamental plant that is used in landscaping. It has a low-growing habit and is a great choice for rock gardens or as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize slopes and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arabis nuristanica has small white flowers with four petals, and its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arabis nuristanica is a perennial evergreen shrub that is native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay and sand. It is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Arabis nuristanica
Arabis nuristanica can be found in dry, rocky areas in the Hindu Kush Mountains.
Arabis nuristanica FAQ
What are the growing conditions of Arabis nuristanica?
Arabis nuristanica prefers moist, sunny areas with well-drained soil.
How often should Arabis nuristanica be watered?
Arabis nuristanica should be watered regularly, about once a week.
How big does Arabis nuristanica grow?
Arabis nuristanica can grow up to 4 feet tall and 2 feet wide.
Species in the Arabis genus
Arabis watsonii,
Arabis elgonensis,
Arabis abietina,
Arabis aculeolata,
Arabis alanyensis,
Arabis allionii,
Arabis alpina,
Arabis alticola,
Arabis amplexicaulis,
Arabis androsacea,
Arabis aubrietioides,
Arabis aucheri,
Arabis axilliflora,
Arabis beirana,
Arabis bijuga,
Arabis blepharophylla,
Arabis brachycarpa,
Arabis bryoides,
Arabis caerulea,
Arabis carduchorum,
Arabis caucasica,
Arabis ciliata,
Arabis ciliata,
Arabis collina,
Arabis conringioides,
Arabis cretica,
Arabis crucisetosa,
Arabis cypria,
Arabis davisii,
Arabis deflexa,
Arabis doberaranica,
Arabis doumetii,
Arabis drabiformis,
Arabis engleriana,
Arabis erikii,
Arabis erubescens,
Arabis eschscholtziana,
Arabis farinacea,
Arabis flagellosa,
Arabis flaviflora,
Arabis foliosa,
Arabis furcata,
Arabis gegamica,
Arabis georgiana,
Arabis hirsuta,
Arabis huetii,
Arabis ionocalyx,
Arabis josiae,
Arabis juresii,
Arabis kashmiriaca,
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,