Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nordenskjoeldii
ID:
1217909
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Dusén) Rollins
Source:
tro
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 177: 21 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001217247
Common Names
- Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii
- Nordenskjoeld's Menonvillea
- Nordenskjoeld's Mustard
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii (also called Nordenskjoeld's menonvillea, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the western United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves, and its flowers are white or pink and have a Nordenskjoeld's texture. It grows in dry, open areas such as sagebrush and chaparral.
Uses & Benefits
Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, round and dark brown. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii
Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii can be found in western North America.
Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii?
Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii
What is the common name of Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii?
Nordenskjoeld's Menonvillea
What is the natural habitat of Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii?
Dry, rocky, limestone soils of the Edwards Plateau in Texas
Species in the Menonvillea genus
Menonvillea linearis, Menonvillea cuneata, Menonvillea flexuosa, Menonvillea frigida, Menonvillea chilensis, Menonvillea cicatricosa, Menonvillea constitutionis, Menonvillea spathulata, Menonvillea virens, Menonvillea litoralis, Menonvillea orbiculata, Menonvillea scapigera, Menonvillea zuloagaensis, Menonvillea pinnatifida, Menonvillea macrocarpa, Menonvillea minima, Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii, Menonvillea purpurea, Menonvillea comberi, Menonvillea famatinensis, Menonvillea patagonica, Menonvillea rigida, Menonvillea filifolia, Menonvillea marticorenae,
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-4102371: Based on the initial data import
Per Karl Hjalmar Dusén (1855-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dusén' in the authors string.
Reed C. Rollins (1911-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rollins' in the authors string.