Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
rostrata
ID:
678131

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) A.W.Hill ex Greuter & Burdet

Source:
cmp

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 15: 419 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000677463



Common Names

  • Erucaria rostrata
  • Beaked Erucaria
  • Beaked Rocket
  • Beaked Sea Rocket


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Synonyms

  • Didesmus rostratus Boiss. [unknown]
  • Erucaria boveana Coss. [unknown]
  • Erucaria boveana torulosa Zohary [unknown]
  • Erucaria boveana horizontalis O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Erucaria boveana lyrata O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Erucaria boveana maris-mortui Zohary [unknown]
  • Erucaria boveana patula Zohary [unknown]
  • Erucaria boveana puberula O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Erucaria boveana subintegrifolia O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Erucaria boveana alata Zohary [unknown]
  • Erucaria boveana boveana [unknown]

Description

Erucaria rostrata (also called Beaked Erucaria, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, erect stem. The leaves are long and narrow, with a pointed tip. The flowers are yellow and have five petals. It grows in sandy soils, in open areas and in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erucaria rostrata, commonly known as the Rostrata erucaria, is an edible plant with a peppery flavor that can be used in salads, sandwiches, and other dishes. It is also known for its medicinal properties, such as being a diuretic and helping with digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erucaria rostrata is a small, white or pinkish flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and slender with a single stem and leaves that are divided into three leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erucaria rostrata is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to the island of Timor in Indonesia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Erucaria rostrata

Erucaria rostrata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and open woodlands.

Erucaria rostrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erucaria rostrata?

Erucaria rostrata

What is the common name of Erucaria rostrata?

Rostrata erucaria

What type of plant is Erucaria rostrata?

Herbaceous perennial

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-2798804: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Arthur William Hill (1875-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.W.Hill' in the authors string.
Hervé Maurice Burdet (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burdet' in the authors string.