Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
mongolica
ID:
656419

Status:
valid

Authors:
Turcz.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 15: 256 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000655751



Common Names

  • Mongolian Draba
  • Mongolian Whitlow Grass
  • Mongolian Whitlow-wort


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Synonyms

  • Draba mongolica trichocarpa O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Draba incana mongolica (Turcz.) Regel [unknown]
  • Draba mongolica mongolica [unknown]
  • Draba mongolica chinensis Pohle [unknown]
  • Draba mongolica elongata Pohle [unknown]
  • Draba mongolica turczaninoviana Pohle [unknown]

Description

Draba mongolica (also called Mongolian Whitlow-grass, among many other common names) is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial plant with small, white flowers. It is native to the Caucasus region, and is found in rocky, grassy, and alpine habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Draba mongolica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Draba mongolica is small and white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Draba mongolica is a perennial flowering plant native to Mongolia. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks. Propagation is done through division of the root clumps.

Where to Find Draba mongolica

Draba mongolica is native to Central Asia and can be found in Mongolia, China, and Russia. It typically grows in rocky, dry areas.

Draba mongolica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Draba mongolica?

Draba mongolica

What type of plant is Draba mongolica?

A flowering plant

Where is Draba mongolica found?

The Caucasus region

Species in the Draba genus

Draba barguzinensis, Draba yuei, Draba abajoensis, Draba bifurcata, Draba malpighiacea, Draba serpentina, Draba simmonsii, Draba abiskoensis, Draba abiskojokkensis, Draba acaulis, Draba affghanica, Draba aizoides, Draba alajica, Draba alberti, Draba albertina, Draba algida, Draba alpina, Draba altaica, Draba alticola, Draba alyssoides, Draba alyssoides, Draba amandae, Draba ambigua, Draba amoena, Draba amplexicaulis, Draba aprica, Draba arabisans, Draba araratica, Draba arauquensis, Draba arbuscula, Draba arctica, Draba arctogena, Draba aretioides, Draba argentifolia, Draba argyrea, Draba arida, Draba arseniewi, Draba aspera, Draba asplundii, Draba asprella, Draba asterophora, Draba aubrietioides, Draba aurea, Draba aureola, Draba bagmatiensis, Draba baicalensis, Draba bajtenovii, Draba barclayana, Draba bartholomewii, Draba beamanii,

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,

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