Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
gypsaceum
ID:
679451

Status:
valid

Authors:
Botsch. & Vved.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Uzbekistansk. Fil. Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 3: 12 (1941)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678784



Common Names

  • Gypsaceum Wallflower
  • Gypsaceum Erysimum
  • Gypsaceum Treacle Mustard


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Synonyms

  • Erysimum clausioides Botsch. & Vved. [unknown]
  • Erysimum ferganicum Botsch. & Vved. [unknown]
  • Erysimum michaelis Adylov [unknown]
  • Erysimum microtrichon Botsch. & Vved. [unknown]
  • Erysimum popovii Botsch. & Vved. [unknown]

Description

Erysimum gypsaceum (also called Gypsum Wallflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Brassicaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in rocky places and on walls. It is an annual or biennial herb, growing to 20–50 cm tall, with grey-green, hairy leaves. The flowers are yellow, with four petals.

Uses & Benefits

Erysimum gypsaceum is an ornamental plant used in gardens, parks, and other outdoor spaces. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erysimum gypsaceum has yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, dark brown and slightly curved. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erysimum gypsaceum is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Erysimum gypsaceum

Erysimum gypsaceum can be found in the Caucasus region of Eurasia.

Erysimum gypsaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erysimum gypsaceum?

Erysimum gypsaceum

What is the common name of Erysimum gypsaceum?

Gypsum Wallflower

What is the natural habitat of Erysimum gypsaceum?

Erysimum gypsaceum is found in dry, rocky areas in the western United States and Canada.

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-2800086: Based on the initial data import
Victor Botchantsev (1910-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Botsch.' in the authors string.
Alexei Ivanovich Vvedensky (1898-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vved.' in the authors string.