Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
cheiranthoides
ID:
679247

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 661 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678580



Common Names

  • Treacle Mustard
  • Hoary Wallflower
  • Hoary Erysimum


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Synonyms

  • Sisymbrium cheiranthoides Eaton & Wright [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus aquaticus Lej. [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus cheiranthoides A.Heller [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus cheiranthoides prostratus Lunell [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus erysimoides Huds. [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus scapigerus Willd. [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus turritoides Lam. [unknown]
  • Cheirinia cheiranthoides (L.) Link [unknown]
  • Cheirinia cheiranthoides prostrata Lunell [unknown]
  • Conringia turritoides Bubani [unknown]
  • Crucifera erysimum E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Erysimastrum cheiranthus Trautv. [unknown]
  • Erysimum altum (Ahti) Tzvelev [unknown]
  • Erysimum cheiranthifolium Gilib. [unknown]
  • Erysimum cheiranthoides altum Ahti [unknown]
  • Erysimum cheiranthoides angustifolium N.Busch [unknown]
  • Erysimum cheiranthoides brachycarpum N.Busch [unknown]
  • Erysimum cheiranthoides dentatum N.Busch [unknown]
  • Erysimum cheiranthoides dolichocarpum N.Busch [unknown]
  • Erysimum cheiranthoides japonicum H.Boissieu [unknown]
  • Erysimum cheiranthoides paniculatum N.Busch [unknown]
  • Erysimum japonicum (Boiss.) Makino [unknown]
  • Erysimum lanceolatum Hook. [unknown]
  • Erysimum parviflorum Pers. [unknown]
  • Erysimum cheiranthoides cheiranthoides [unknown]

Description

Erysimum cheiranthoides (also called Wormseed Wallflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in rocky and dry habitats. It is an annual or biennial herb with yellow flowers and a height of up to 1 m.

Uses & Benefits

Erysimum cheiranthoides has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Erysimum cheiranthoides has yellow, four-petaled flowers that are about 1/2 inch wide. Seed: The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erysimum cheiranthoides can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a cold frame in the spring. For division, divide the plant in the spring or autumn. Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Erysimum cheiranthoides

Erysimum cheiranthoides can be found in the temperate regions of Europe, including France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Erysimum cheiranthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erysimum cheiranthoides?

Erysimum cheiranthoides

What is the common name of Erysimum cheiranthoides?

Woollypod Wallflower

What is the natural habitat of Erysimum cheiranthoides?

It is native to western North America

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