Status:
valid
Authors:
D.A.German
Source:
cmp
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Turczaninowia 7(2): 16 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507257
Common Names
- Erysimum ledebourii
- Ledebourii Erysimum
- Erysimum Bonijesulapensis
Synonyms
- Erysimum altaicum viride C.A.Mey. [unknown]
- Erysimum flavum viride (C.A.Mey.) A.L.Ebel [unknown]
Description
Erysimum ledebourii (also called Ledebour's Wallflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a height of up to 1 m. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, rocky soils. It has grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Erysimum ledebourii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a fodder crop for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erysimum ledebourii is a small, bell-shaped flower, usually yellow or white in colour. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erysimum ledebourii is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Erysimum ledebourii
Erysimum ledebourii is native to Central Asia and can be found in the Caucasus Mountains.
Erysimum ledebourii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erysimum ledebourii?
Erysimum ledebourii
What is the common name of Erysimum ledebourii?
Ledebouri's wallflower
What are the characteristics of Erysimum ledebourii?
Erysimum ledebourii is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It has small, oval leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in summer.
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,