Cochlearia micacea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
micacea
ID:
614459
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.S.Marshall
Source:
cmp
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 32: 289 (1894)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613791
Common Names
- Mossy scurvy-grass
- Mossy Cochlearia
- Cochlearia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Cochlearia micacea (also called Small-leaved 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 micacea 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 micacea has small white flowers with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small, brown and oval. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cochlearia micacea 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 micacea
Cochlearia micacea is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.
Cochlearia micacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cochlearia micacea?
Cochlearia micacea
What is the common name of Cochlearia micacea?
Mica Cochlearia
What is the natural habitat of Cochlearia micacea?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Cochlearia genus
Cochlearia aestuaria, Cochlearia anglica, Cochlearia bavarica, Cochlearia borzaeana, Cochlearia danica, Cochlearia groenlandica, Cochlearia hollandica, Cochlearia micacea, Cochlearia officinalis, Cochlearia polonica, Cochlearia pyrenaica, Cochlearia scotica, Cochlearia sessilifolia, Cochlearia tatrae, Cochlearia tridactylites, Cochlearia polonica, Cochlearia hollandica,
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-2729893: Based on the initial data import
Edward Shearburn Marshall (1858-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.S.Marshall' in the authors string.