Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
grossheimii
ID:
625247

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.I.Khalilov

Source:
cmp

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 75: 1572 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624579



Common Names

  • Grossheimii Crambe
  • Grossheim Crambe
  • Crambe grossheimii


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Description

Crambe grossheimii (also called Grossheimii, 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 grossheimii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Crambe grossheimii 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 grossheimii 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 grossheimii

Crambe grossheimii can be found in the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe.

Crambe grossheimii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Crambe grossheimii?

Crambe grossheimii

What is the common name of Crambe grossheimii?

Grossheim's Crambe

What is the natural habitat of Crambe grossheimii?

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-2741279: Based on the initial data import
I.I. Khalilov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.I.Khalilov' in the authors string.