Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
stigmatosa
ID:
1317672

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) Al-Shehbaz & D.A.German

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 19: 170 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330126



Common Names

  • Braya stigmatosa
  • Stigmatosa Braya
  • Stigmatose Braya


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Description

Braya stigmatosa (also called 'Stigmatose Braya', among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Central Asia. It has a prostrate habit and its leaves are linear. It is found in grasslands, meadows and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Braya stigmatosa is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Braya stigmatosa are white or yellow, and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Braya stigmatosa is an evergreen perennial that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Braya stigmatosa

Braya stigmatosa is native to North America. It is found in temperate climates, and is commonly found in Canada and the United States.

Braya stigmatosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Braya stigmatosa?

Braya stigmatosa

What is the common name of Braya stigmatosa?

Stigmatose Braya

What type of plant is Braya stigmatosa?

A flowering perennial

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,

References

Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.
Dmitry Aleksandrovich German (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.A.German' in the authors string.