Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
majellense
ID:
679620

Status:
valid

Authors:
Polatschek

Source:
cmp

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 78: 177 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678953



Common Names

  • Wallflower
  • Treacle Mustard
  • Hoary Stock


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Description

Erysimum majellense (also called Majella Wallflower, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has narrow, linear leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in rocky areas, dry grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Erysimum majellense 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

The flower of Erysimum majellense is yellow, with four petals and a long, slender stem. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are long, slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erysimum majellense is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best grown in a sheltered spot and can be pruned back after flowering to encourage a second flush of blooms.

Where to Find Erysimum majellense

Erysimum majellense is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky slopes, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Erysimum majellense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erysimum majellense?

Erysimum majellense

What is the common name of Erysimum majellense?

Majella wallflower

What is the natural habitat of Erysimum majellense?

It is native to the Apennine Mountains of central Italy

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-2800240: Based on the initial data import
Adolf Polatschek (1932-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Polatschek' in the authors string.