Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
laciniata
ID:
721716

Status:
valid

Authors:
All.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1785

Citation Micro:
Fl. Pedem. 1: 271 (1785)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721049



Common Names

  • Laciniate Hesperis
  • Laciniata Hesperis
  • Hesperis Laciniata


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Synonyms

  • Antoniana laciniata Bubani [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus laciniatus Poir. [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus villosus Spreng. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Hesperis aeruginea Jord. [unknown]
  • Hesperis dalmatica E.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Hesperis dauriensis Amo [unknown]
  • Hesperis glutinosa Vis. [unknown]
  • Hesperis hieraciifolia Vill. [unknown]
  • Hesperis laciniata mesatlantica Maire [unknown]
  • Hesperis laciniata rifana Emb. & Maire [unknown]
  • Hesperis purpurascens Jord. [unknown]
  • Hesperis spectabilis Jord. [unknown]
  • Hesperis laciniata spectabilis (Jord.) Rouy & Foucaud [unknown]
  • Hesperis villosa DC. [unknown]
  • Hesperis visianii E.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Hesperis laciniata laciniata [unknown]

Description

Hesperis laciniata (also called Cut-leaved Rocket, among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers. Native to Europe, it grows in moist, open areas such as meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hesperis laciniata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hesperis laciniata sub. secundiflora (Boiss. & Spruner) Breistr.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hesperis laciniata has white, fragrant flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hesperis laciniata is a terrestrial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Hesperis laciniata

Hesperis laciniata is found in temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Hesperis laciniata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hesperis laciniata?

Hesperis laciniata

What is the common name of Hesperis laciniata?

Cut-leaved Rocket

What is the habitat of Hesperis laciniata?

It is found in rocky places, grasslands, and scrublands

Species in the Hesperis genus

Hesperis bicuspidata, Hesperis borbasii, Hesperis dinarica, Hesperis inodora, Hesperis laciniata, Hesperis matronalis, Hesperis sibirica, Hesperis slovaca, Hesperis steveniana, Hesperis sylvestris, Hesperis theophrasti, Hesperis tristis, Hesperis anatolica, Hesperis hamzaoglui, Hesperis ozcelikii, Hesperis multicaulis, Hesperis armena, Hesperis balansae, Hesperis boissieriana, Hesperis bottae, Hesperis breviscapa, Hesperis hedgei, Hesperis kitiana, Hesperis kotschyi, Hesperis luristanica, Hesperis microcalyx, Hesperis nivalis, Hesperis novakii, Hesperis pendula, Hesperis pisidica, Hesperis podocarpa, Hesperis straussii, Hesperis thyrsoidea, Hesperis turkmendaghensis, Hesperis kuerschneri, Hesperis syriaca, Hesperis hartwegiana, Hesperis hyrcana, Hesperis buschiana, Hesperis hirsutissima, Hesperis persica, Hesperis robusta, Hesperis cilicica, Hesperis tosyaensis, Hesperis isatidea,

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