Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kar. & Kir.) Al-Shehbaz & O.Appel
Source:
tro
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Novon 12: 3 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001264835
Common Names
- Rhammatophyllum Erysimoides
- Erysimoides Rhammatophyllum
- Erysimoides Rhammatophyllum Tree
Description
Rhammatophyllum erysimoides (also called Erysimoides Rhammatophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is a perennial herb with a woody base, and its leaves are ovate in shape. It is native to Mexico and the United States, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Rhammatophyllum erysimoides is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat skin diseases and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Rhammatophyllum erysimoides are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhammatophyllum erysimoides is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun to partial shade and watered regularly.
Where to Find Rhammatophyllum erysimoides
Rhammatophyllum erysimoides is native to the western United States and Canada.
Rhammatophyllum erysimoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rhammatophyllum erysimoides?
Rhammatophyllum erysimoides
What is the common name of Rhammatophyllum erysimoides?
Erysimum-like Rhammatophyllum
What is the natural habitat of Rhammatophyllum erysimoides?
Dry, rocky slopes and hillsides
Species in the Rhammatophyllum genus
Rhammatophyllum fruticulosum,
Rhammatophyllum frutex,
Rhammatophyllum pachyrrhizum,
Rhammatophyllum erysimoides,
Rhammatophyllum gaudanense,
Rhammatophyllum ghoranum,
Rhammatophyllum kamelinii,
Rhammatophyllum pseudoparrya,
Rhammatophyllum flexuosum,
Rhammatophyllum afghanicum,
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
Oliver Appel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Appel' in the authors string.