Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
membranifolium
ID:
658205

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rollins

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 214: 21 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000657537

Common Names

  • Dryopetalon membranifolium
  • Membranous Dryopetalon
  • Membranous Petalon

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Description

Dryopetalon membranifolium (also called Membranous-leaved Dryopetalon, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats, with small, membranous leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dryopetalon membranifolium is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens. It has a high resistance to drought and can be used as a hedge or screen. The plant has a long flowering period and can be used to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Dryopetalon membranifolium are small, white and have four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dryopetalon membranifolium is a slow-growing shrub that prefers a warm, humid climate and moist soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into larger containers or into the ground.

Where to Find Dryopetalon membranifolium

Dryopetalon membranifolium is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Dryopetalon membranifolium FAQ

What type of plant is Dryopetalon membranifolium?

Dryopetalon membranifolium is a species of flowering plant in the family Brassicaceae.

Where is Dryopetalon membranifolium found?

Dryopetalon membranifolium is found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

What are the characteristics of Dryopetalon membranifolium?

Dryopetalon membranifolium is an annual plant with small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

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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