Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) D.A.German & A.L.Ebel
Source:
cmp
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Turczaninowia 8(4): 10 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508917
Common Names
- Crucihimalaya bursifolia
- Bursifolia crucifer
- Cross-leaved crucifer
Synonyms
- Nasturtium bursifolium DC. [unknown]
- Transberingia bursifolia (DC.) Al-Shehbaz & O'Kane [unknown]
- Arabidopsis bursifolia (DC.) Botsch. [unknown]
- Arabidopsis bursifolia beringensis Jurtzev [unknown]
- Arabidopsis mollis O.E.Schulz [unknown]
- Arabidopsis trichopoda (Turcz.) Botsch. [unknown]
- Arabidopsis tschuktschorum (Jurtzev) Jurtzev [unknown]
- Arabis bursifolia Lam. [unknown]
- Arabis hookeri Lange [unknown]
- Arabis hookeri breviramosa Abrom. [unknown]
- Arabis hookeri multicaulis Simmons [unknown]
- Arabis oxyota DC. [unknown]
- Arabis trichopoda Turcz. [unknown]
- Arabis tschuktschorum Jurtzev [unknown]
- Beringia bursifolia (DC.) R.A.Price, Al-Shehbaz & O'Kane [unknown]
- Erysimum trichopodum Kuntze [unknown]
- Halimolobos mollis (Hook.) Rollins [unknown]
- Halimolobos virgata O.E.Schulz [unknown]
- Turritis mollis Hook. [unknown]
- Halimolobos virgatus (Nutt.) O.E.Schulz [deprecated]
Description
Crucihimalaya bursifolia (also called Bursiform Himalayan Knotweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Himalayas. It is a low-growing, herbaceous plant growing up to 30 centimeters tall, with small, white flowers. It prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Crucihimalaya bursifolia is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It has a pleasant scent and can be used in dried flower arrangements. It can also be used as a ground cover in areas with low light.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Crucihimalaya bursifolia has yellow flowers that are arranged in racemes. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings have long, narrow cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Crucihimalaya bursifolia is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist medium such as sand or perlite. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Crucihimalaya bursifolia
Crucihimalaya bursifolia is native to the Himalayas and is found in open, disturbed habitats, such as roadsides, fields, and waste places.
Crucihimalaya bursifolia FAQ
What type of plant is Crucihimalaya bursifolia?
Crucihimalaya bursifolia is a flowering plant.
Where is Crucihimalaya bursifolia found?
Crucihimalaya bursifolia is found in China and Japan.
What is the scientific name for Crucihimalaya bursifolia?
The scientific name for Crucihimalaya bursifolia is Crucihimalaya bursifolia.
Species in the Crucihimalaya genus
Crucihimalaya bursifolia,
Crucihimalaya rupicola,
Crucihimalaya virgata,
Crucihimalaya axillaris,
Crucihimalaya himalaica,
Crucihimalaya kneuckeri,
Crucihimalaya lasiocarpa,
Crucihimalaya mollissima,
Crucihimalaya ovczinnikovii,
Crucihimalaya stricta,
Crucihimalaya wallichii,
Crucihimalaya tenuisiliqua,
Crucihimalaya tibetica,
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
A.L. Ebel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.L.Ebel' in the authors string.