Hemicrambe socotrana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
socotrana
ID:
1273458
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.G.Mill.) Al-Shehbaz
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 156 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272796
Common Names
- Socotrana Hemicrambe
- Socotrana Hemicrambe Plant
- Socotrana Hemicrambe Flower
Searching for Hemicrambe socotrana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemicrambe socotrana (also called 'Socotran Hemicrambe', among many other common names) is a shrub that can grow up to 2m tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It has white flowers and small, oval leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Hemicrambe socotrana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and to provide habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hemicrambe socotrana has yellow, pea-like flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Searching for Hemicrambe socotrana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemicrambe socotrana is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Hemicrambe socotrana
Hemicrambe socotrana can be found in Socotra, an island in the Indian Ocean.
Hemicrambe socotrana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemicrambe socotrana?
Hemicrambe socotrana
What type of plant is Hemicrambe socotrana?
Hemicrambe socotrana is a species of flowering plant in the family Brassicaceae.
Where is Hemicrambe socotrana found?
Hemicrambe socotrana is found in Socotra, Yemen.
Species in the Hemicrambe genus
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 tro-50260042: Based on the initial data import
Anthony G. Miller (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.G.Mill.' in the authors string.
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.