Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
handel-mazzettii
ID:
679457

Status:
valid

Authors:
Polatschek

Source:
cmp

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Phyton (Horn) 34: 200 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678790



Common Names

  • Handel-Mazzettii Wallflower
  • Handel-Mazzettii Erysimum
  • Handel-Mazzettii Treacle Mustard


Searching for Erysimum handel-mazzettii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Cheiranthus acaulis Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus forrestii acaulis (Hand.-Mazz.) K.C.Kuan [unknown]

Description

Erysimum handel-mazzettii (also called Handel-Mazzetti's 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 handel-mazzettii 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 handel-mazzettii 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.

Searching for Erysimum handel-mazzettii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Erysimum handel-mazzettii is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny spot. The plants can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Erysimum handel-mazzettii

Erysimum handel-mazzettii can be found in the Caucasus region of Eurasia.

Erysimum handel-mazzettii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erysimum handel-mazzettii?

Erysimum handel-mazzettii

What is the common name of Erysimum handel-mazzettii?

Handel-Mazzettii Wallflower

What is the natural habitat of Erysimum handel-mazzettii?

Erysimum handel-mazzettii 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-2800091: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Polatschek (1932-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Polatschek' in the authors string.