Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
borzaeana
ID:
614384

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Coman & Nyár.) Pobed.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 7: 177 (1970 publ. 1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613716



Common Names

  • Cochlearia borzaeana
  • Borzaeana Cochlearia
  • Borzaeana Sea-rocket


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Description

Cochlearia borzaeana (also called Borzae's Scurvygrass, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe and northern Asia. It has a tufted habit and grows to a height of 0.3-1 m. It is found in open grasslands, dry forests, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cochlearia borzaeana is used as a flavoring in salads and sauces, and as a garnish. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive and respiratory problems, and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cochlearia borzaeana has yellow flowers, small, dark brown seeds, and small seedlings with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cochlearia borzaeana is a perennial herb that prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Cochlearia borzaeana

Cochlearia borzaeana is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.

Cochlearia borzaeana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cochlearia borzaeana?

Cochlearia borzaeana

What is the common name of Cochlearia borzaeana?

Borzaeana Cochlearia

What is the natural habitat of Cochlearia borzaeana?

Tropical and subtropical regions

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

Erasmus Julius Nyárády (1881-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nyár.' in the authors string.
Yevgenia Pobedimova (1898-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pobed.' in the authors string.
A. Coman (1881-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coman' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:281397-1: Based on the initial data import