Status:
valid
Authors:
(Abrams) Rossbach
Source:
cmp
Year:
1958
Citation Micro:
Aliso 4: 121 (1958)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679240
Common Names
- Suffrutescens Wallflower
- Suffrutescens Erysimum
- Wallflower
Synonyms
- Cheiranthus suffrutescens Abrams [unknown]
- Erysimum concinnum suffrutescens (Abrams) Abrams [unknown]
- Erysimum insulare suffrutescens (Abrams) R.A.Price [unknown]
- Erysimum suffrutescens grandifolium Rossbach [unknown]
- Erysimum suffrutescens suffrutescens [unknown]
Description
Erysimum suffrutescens (also called Shrubby Wallflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in rocky habitats. It has yellow flowers and is an evergreen shrub.
Uses & Benefits
Erysimum suffrutescens is used in gardens as an ornamental plant, and its flowers are often used as a source of nectar for bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erysimum suffrutescens is yellow and has four petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have long stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erysimum suffrutescens is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring and the plants should be spaced about 30cm apart.
Where to Find Erysimum suffrutescens
Erysimum suffrutescens is native to the western United States and can be found in the states of California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open, sunny areas.
Erysimum suffrutescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erysimum suffrutescens?
Erysimum suffrutescens
What is the common name of Erysimum suffrutescens?
Shrubby Wallflower
What is the natural habitat of Erysimum suffrutescens?
It is native to Turkey and the Aegean Islands
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,