Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) All.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1785
Citation Micro:
Fl. Pedem. 1: 258. 1785
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402565
Common Names
- Rapistrum perenne
- Perennial Rapistrum
- Rapistrum Perenne
Synonyms
- Myagrum bienne Chaix [unknown]
- Myagrum perenne L. [unknown]
- Rapistrum diffusum Crantz [unknown]
- Rapistrum costatum DC. [unknown]
- Schrankia divaricata Moench [unknown]
- Arthrolobus perennis Andrz. ex DC. [unknown]
- Cakile perennis (L.) L'Her. ex DC. [unknown]
- Crucifera rapistra E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
- Myagrum biarticulatum Cranz [unknown]
- Cakile perennis L'Hér. ex DC. [unknown]
Description
Rapistrum perenne (also called Perennial Water-cress, among many other common names) is an annual herb with a slender stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in wetland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rapistrum perenne is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil amendment.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rapistrum perenne has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rapistrum perenne is an annual herb native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Rapistrum perenne
Rapistrum perenne can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Morocco to Turkey.
Rapistrum perenne FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rapistrum perenne?
Rapistrum perenne
What is the common name of Rapistrum perenne?
Perennial Mustard
What is the natural habitat of Rapistrum perenne?
Grassy areas in Europe and Asia
Species in the Rapistrum 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,