Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
etnense
ID:
679373

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jord.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Esp. Nouv. : 161 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678706



Common Names

  • Etnense Wallflower
  • Etnense Erysimum
  • Etnense Treacle Mustard


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Description

Erysimum etnense (also called Etna Wallflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the mustard family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky places, grasslands, and scrub. It is an annual or biennial plant that grows up to 40 cm tall and has yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Erysimum etnense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used to attract bees and other pollinators, and to provide food for birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erysimum etnense is yellow with four petals and a short, thin stem. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin and yellow.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erysimum etnense 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 etnense

Erysimum etnense can be found on the slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily, Italy.

Erysimum etnense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erysimum etnense?

Erysimum etnense

What is the common name of Erysimum etnense?

Etnense Wallflower

What is the natural habitat of Erysimum etnense?

It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky, sunny places.

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,