Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
gordjagini
ID:
625244

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sprygin & Popov

Source:
cmp

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Descr. Pl. Nov. Turkestan. : 87 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624576



Common Names

  • Gordjagini Crambe
  • Gordjaginian Crambe
  • Crambe gordjagini


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Description

Crambe gordjagini (also called Gordjagini, 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 gordjagini is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crambe gordjagini 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 gordjagini 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 gordjagini

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

Crambe gordjagini FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crambe gordjagini?

Crambe gordjagini

What is the common name of Crambe gordjagini?

Gordjagin's Crambe

What is the natural habitat of Crambe gordjagini?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2741276: Based on the initial data import
Mikhail Popov (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Popov' in the authors string.
Ivan Sprygin (1873-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sprygin' in the authors string.