Status:
valid
Authors:
(Vill.) Greuter & Burdet
Source:
cmp
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 13: 88 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614350
Common Names
- Coincya richeri
- Richer's Coincya
- Richer's Cabbage
Synonyms
- Rhynchosinapis richeri (Vill.) Heywood [unknown]
- Brassica richerii Vill. [unknown]
- Brassicella richeri O.E.Schulz [unknown]
- Erucastrum richerii Link [unknown]
- Hutera richeri (Vill.) Gómez-Campo [unknown]
Description
Coincya richeri (also called Richer's Sea Rocket, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Coincya richeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers attract bees and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. Seed: Small, black, round seeds. Seedlings: Long, slender leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coincya richeri is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.
Where to Find Coincya richeri
Coincya richeri can be found in the Mediterranean.
Coincya richeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coincya richeri?
Coincya richeri
What type of plant is Coincya richeri?
It is an evergreen shrub
What is the natural habitat of Coincya richeri?
It is native to South Africa
Species in the Coincya genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
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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,