Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
austriaca
ID:
620144

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Sweet

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Hort. Brit. : 25 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000619476



Common Names

  • Austrian Conringia
  • Austrian Conringia
  • Austriaca Conringia


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Synonyms

  • Arabis arvensis Bernh. [unknown]
  • Arabis austriaca (Jacq.) Prantl [unknown]
  • Brassica austriaca Jacq. [unknown]
  • Crantzia ochroleuca Lag. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Crucifera austriaca E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Erysimum austriacum (Jacq.) Roth [unknown]
  • Erysimum taraxacifolium Kuntze [unknown]
  • Goniolobium austriacum Beck [unknown]
  • Gorinkia campestris (L.) J.Presl & C.Presl [unknown]

Description

Conringia austriaca (also called 'Austrian Conringia', among many other common names) is a small, annual herb native to Europe. It has a single stem with small, oval leaves and yellow, star-shaped flowers. It is found in grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Conringia austriaca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, such as respiratory problems and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Conringia austriaca is white with a yellow center and has five petals. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Conringia austriaca is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of soils and climates. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix. The plant can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Conringia austriaca

Conringia austriaca can be found in Europe, in the countries of Austria, Germany, and Switzerland.

Conringia austriaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Conringia austriaca?

Conringia austriaca

What is the common name of Conringia austriaca?

Austrian Hare's-ear

Where does Conringia austriaca grow?

It is native to Europe

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-2735613: Based on the initial data import
Robert Sweet (1783-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sweet' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.