Cithareloma vernum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vernum
ID:
608346
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
cmp
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 18: 150 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000607678
Common Names
- Cithareloma vernum
- Spring Cithareloma
- Cithareloma Vernum
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- Cithareloma canescens Bunge [unknown]
Description
Cithareloma vernum (also called Spring Cithareloma, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is typically found in dry, rocky areas and on coastal cliffs.
Uses & Benefits
Cithareloma vernum is used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cithareloma vernum has small, yellow-green flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cithareloma vernum is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easy to propagate from cuttings and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and is drought tolerant once established. It can be pruned to shape and can be propagated from seed.
Where to Find Cithareloma vernum
Cithareloma vernum is native to tropical regions of Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.
Cithareloma vernum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cithareloma vernum?
Cithareloma vernum
What is the common name of Cithareloma vernum?
Vernal Cithareloma
What is the natural habitat of Cithareloma vernum?
It is found in dry grasslands and scrublands
Species in the Cithareloma genus
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2723737: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.