Erucastrum pre - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pre
ID:
1217789
Status:
valid
Authors:
Herbarium Practice, Following Marais.
Source:
tro
Year:
Citation Micro:
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001217127
Common Names
- Erucastrum Pre
- Erucastrum
- False Flax
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Erucastrum pre (also called Pre's Mustard, among many other common names) is an annual plant of the mustard family. It is native to western Asia, from Daghestan to Iran, and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It has smooth, hairy stems and leaves, and produces yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Erucastrum pre is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomachache. It is also used as a food source and as a fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Erucastrum pre has small yellow flowers with four petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Erucastrum pre is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring and keep the soil moist until the plants are established. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plants should be divided every 3-4 years to ensure healthy growth.
Where to Find Erucastrum pre
Erucastrum pre is native to Europe and can be found in dry, open areas such as grasslands, meadows, and roadsides.
Erucastrum pre FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erucastrum pre?
Erucastrum pre
What is the common name of Erucastrum pre?
White Mustard
What is the habitat of Erucastrum pre?
It is found in dry, disturbed habitats
Species in the Erucastrum genus
Erucastrum abyssinicum, Erucastrum arabicum, Erucastrum austroafricanum, Erucastrum brevirostre, Erucastrum canariense, Erucastrum cardaminoides, Erucastrum elatum, Erucastrum elgonense, Erucastrum erigavicum, Erucastrum gallicum, Erucastrum griquense, Erucastrum ifniense, Erucastrum lasiocalycinum, Erucastrum leucanthum, Erucastrum littoreum, Erucastrum meruense, Erucastrum nasturtiifolium, Erucastrum pachypodum, Erucastrum palustre, Erucastrum rifanum, Erucastrum rostratum, Erucastrum strigosum, Erucastrum supinum, Erucastrum varium, Erucastrum virgatum, Erucastrum woodiorum, Erucastrum pre,
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 tro-4102022: Based on the initial data import