Crambe orientalis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
625277
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 671 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000624609
Common Names
- Orientalis Crambe
- Oriental Crambe
- Crambe orientalis
Searching for Crambe orientalis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Cochlearia orientalis Crantz [unknown]
- Crambe aucheri Boiss. [unknown]
- Crambe persica Boiss. [unknown]
- Crambe quadricostata Boiss. [unknown]
- Crambe orientalis aucheri (Boiss.) Boiss. [unknown]
- Crambe orientalis dasycarpa O.E.Schultz [unknown]
- Crambe orientalis orientalis [unknown]
Description
Crambe orientalis (also called Oriental Crambe, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to the Caucasus region. It has large, thick leaves and produces white flowers. It is found in coastal habitats and on rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Crambe orientalis is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Crambe orientalis sub. sulphurea (Stapf & O.E.Schulz) PrinaFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crambe orientalis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
Searching for Crambe orientalis? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Crambe orientalis 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 orientalis
Crambe orientalis is native to the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe.
Crambe orientalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Crambe orientalis?
Crambe orientalis
What type of plant is Crambe orientalis?
Herbaceous perennial
What is the optimal growing temperature for Crambe orientalis?
65-75°F
Species in the Crambe genus
Crambe feuilleei, Crambe alutacea, Crambe arborea, Crambe armena, Crambe cordifolia, Crambe edentula, Crambe filiformis, Crambe fruticosa, Crambe gigantea, Crambe gomeraea, Crambe gordjagini, Crambe grandiflora, Crambe grossheimii, Crambe hedgei, Crambe hispanica, Crambe juncea, Crambe kilimandscharica, Crambe koktebelica, Crambe kralikii, Crambe laevigata, Crambe maritima, Crambe microcarpa, Crambe orientalis, Crambe pinnatifida, Crambe pritzelii, Crambe scaberrima, Crambe schugnana, Crambe scoparia, Crambe sinuatodentata, Crambe steveniana, Crambe strigosa, Crambe sventenii, Crambe tamadabensis, Crambe tatarica, Crambe wildpretii, Crambe sinuato-dentata, Crambe tataria, Crambe gordjaginii,
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-2741307: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.