Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
fruticosa
ID:
625232

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 299 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624564



Common Names

  • Fruticosa Crambe
  • Fruticose Crambe
  • Crambe fruticosa


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Synonyms

  • Crambe fruticosa asperrima O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Crambe fruticosa brevifolia Lowe [unknown]
  • Crambe fruticosa sublaevis O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Crambe scabra Lam. [unknown]
  • Crambe fruticosa fruticosa [unknown]

Description

Crambe fruticosa (also called Fruticosa, 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 fruticosa 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 fruticosa sub. pinnatifida (Lowe) Prina & Mart.-Laborde

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crambe fruticosa 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 fruticosa 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 fruticosa

Crambe fruticosa is native to Central Asia. It can be found in the wild in the mountains of the region.

Crambe fruticosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crambe fruticosa?

Crambe fruticosa

What is the common name of Crambe fruticosa?

Shrubby Crambe

What is the natural habitat of Crambe fruticosa?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

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