Status:
valid
Authors:
Al-Shehbaz
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 43: 121 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336656
Common Names
- Stenocarpum Dryopetalon
- Stenocarpum
- Dryopetalon Stenocarpum
Description
Dryopetalon stenocarpum (also called Chinese Drypetalon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Brassicaceae. It is an annual or biennial herb with a stem up to 40 cm tall. It is native to China and found in grassy slopes, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Dryopetalon stenocarpum is a medicinal plant that is used to treat fever, coughs, and other respiratory ailments. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat skin diseases and as an antiseptic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dryopetalon stenocarpum has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow and purple markings. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are thin and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dryopetalon stenocarpum can be propagated by seed or by division of the offsets. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water sparingly and fertilize lightly in spring and summer.
Where to Find Dryopetalon stenocarpum
Dryopetalon stenocarpum can be found in China.
Dryopetalon stenocarpum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dryopetalon stenocarpum?
Dryopetalon stenocarpum
What is the common name of Dryopetalon stenocarpum?
Stenocarpum dryopetalon
What is the natural habitat of Dryopetalon stenocarpum?
Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands
Species in the Dryopetalon genus
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,