Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
runcinatum
ID:
658208

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 5(6): 11 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000657540

Common Names

  • Dryopetalon runcinatum
  • Runcinate Dryopetalon
  • Runcinate Petalon

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Synonyms

  • Coelophragmus umbrosus O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Dryopetalon runcinatum laxiflorum Rollins [unknown]
  • Dryopetalon runcinatum runcinatum [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium umbrosum B.L.Rob. [unknown]

Description

Dryopetalon runcinatum (also called Runcinate 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, runcinate leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Dryopetalon runcinatum 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 flower of Dryopetalon runcinatum is a small white flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dryopetalon runcinatum 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 runcinatum

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

Dryopetalon runcinatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Dryopetalon runcinatum?

Dryopetalon runcinatum

What is the family of Dryopetalon runcinatum?

Brassicaceae

What is the common name of Dryopetalon runcinatum?

Runcinate Dryopetalon

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-2778773: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.