Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
arenicola
ID:
679085

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Watson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 26: 124 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678418



Common Names

  • Arenicola Wallflower
  • Arenicola Erysimum
  • Arenicola Wallflower


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Synonyms

  • Cheiranthus arenicola (S.Watson) Greene [unknown]
  • Erysimum arenicola arenicola [unknown]

Description

Erysimum arenicola (also called Sand wallflower, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers and glossy green leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sandy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erysimum arenicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in floral arrangements. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erysimum arenicola has a bell-shaped flower with 4 petals. The petals are usually yellow in color. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erysimum arenicola is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is a low-maintenance plant and does not require much fertilizing.

Where to Find Erysimum arenicola

Erysimum arenicola can be found in the western Mediterranean, from Spain east to Turkey and the Caucasus.

Erysimum arenicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erysimum arenicola?

Erysimum arenicola

What is the common name of Erysimum arenicola?

Sand Wallflower

What type of plant is Erysimum arenicola?

Perennial herb

Species in the Erysimum genus

Erysimum ledebourii, Erysimum belvederense, Erysimum ehrendorferi, Erysimum euphraticum, Erysimum froehneri, Erysimum gabrielianiae, Erysimum geisleri, Erysimum iraqense, Erysimum kostkae, Erysimum macropetalum, Erysimum munzuriense, Erysimum osseticum, Erysimum serpentinicum, Erysimum spetae, Erysimum boreale, Erysimum absconditum, Erysimum aciphyllum, Erysimum acrotonum, Erysimum afghanicum, Erysimum aitchisonii, Erysimum aksaricum, Erysimum altaicum, Erysimum amasianum, Erysimum ammophilum, Erysimum anceps, Erysimum andrzejowskianum, Erysimum arbuscula, Erysimum arenicola, Erysimum argyrocarpum, Erysimum arkansanum, Erysimum armeniacum, Erysimum artwinense, Erysimum asperulum, Erysimum asperum, Erysimum aucherianum, Erysimum aureum, Erysimum aurigeranum, Erysimum aznavourii, Erysimum babadagensis, Erysimum babataghi, Erysimum baeticum, Erysimum benthamii, Erysimum bicolor, Erysimum boissieri, Erysimum bonannianum, Erysimum boryanum, Erysimum brachycarpum, Erysimum brevistylum, Erysimum bulgaricum, Erysimum burnatii,

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-2799752: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.