Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
pulchellum
ID:
679787

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Gay

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Erysim. Nov. : 10 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679120



Common Names

  • Pulchellum Wallflower
  • Purple Rocket
  • Purple Wallflower


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Synonyms

  • Sisymbrium pulchellum Trautv. [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus pulchellus Willd. [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus rupestris Sm. [unknown]
  • Erysimum laciniatum Boiss. [unknown]
  • Erysimum rupestre DC. [unknown]
  • Erysimastrum lazistanicum Rupr. [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium pulchellum grandiflorum Trautv. [unknown]

Description

Erysimum pulchellum (also called wallflower, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial flowering plant. It is native to Europe, North Africa and Western Asia. It is found in meadows, pastures, and other open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erysimum pulchellum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erysimum pulchellum sub. sieheanum Yıld.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erysimum pulchellum is yellow and has four petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have long stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erysimum pulchellum 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 pulchellum

Erysimum pulchellum is native to Europe and is found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky slopes, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Erysimum pulchellum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erysimum pulchellum?

Erysimum pulchellum

What is the common name of Erysimum pulchellum?

Purple Wallflower

What is the natural habitat of Erysimum pulchellum?

Dry, rocky slopes and grasslands

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