Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
cordifolia
ID:
625220

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steven

Source:
cmp

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 3: 267 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624552



Common Names

  • Cordifolia Crambe
  • Cordifoliate Crambe
  • Crambe cordifolia


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Synonyms

  • Crambe cordata Willd. [unknown]
  • Crambe cordifolia microcarpa N.Busch [unknown]
  • Crambe cordifolia cordifolia [unknown]

Description

Crambe cordifolia (also called Cordifolia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to the highlands of Peru and Bolivia and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Crambe cordifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Crambe cordifolia sub. kotschyana (Boiss.) Jafri

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crambe cordifolia is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Crambe cordifolia is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Crambe cordifolia

Crambe cordifolia is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in the wild in the mountains of the region.

Crambe cordifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crambe cordifolia?

Crambe cordifolia

What is the common name of Crambe cordifolia?

Heart-Leaved Crambe

Where is Crambe cordifolia native to?

Central and South America

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