Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
occidentale
ID:
679692

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) B.L.Rob.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Syn. Fl. N. Amer. 1(1): 144 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679025



Common Names

  • Western Wallflower
  • Western Erysimum
  • Western Rocket


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Synonyms

  • Cheiranthus occidentalis S.Watson [unknown]
  • Cheirinia occidentalis (S.Watson) Tidestr. [unknown]

Description

Erysimum occidentale (also called Western Wallflower, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial flowering plant in the mustard family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry, sunny habitats. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Erysimum occidentale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a long flowering period and is drought tolerant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erysimum occidentale is yellow and has four petals. The seed is small and round with a light brown color. The seedlings are thin and upright with yellow-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erysimum occidentale is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Erysimum occidentale

Erysimum occidentale can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon.

Erysimum occidentale FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erysimum occidentale?

Erysimum occidentale

What is the common name of Erysimum occidentale?

Western Wallflower

What is the natural habitat of Erysimum occidentale?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

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-2800307: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.