Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
coxii
ID:
400299

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Phil.) L.E.Navas

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cuenca de Santiago de Chile 2: 132 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000399631



Common Names

  • Cox's Yellowcress
  • Cox's Watercress
  • Cox's Cress


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Synonyms

  • Nasturtium coxii Phil. [unknown]
  • Turritis chilensis Phil. [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium laciniatum Phil. ex Reiche [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium laciniosum Phil. [unknown]
  • Turritis chilensis Phil. ex Reiche [unknown]
  • Nasturtium patens Phil. [unknown]

Description

Rorippa coxii (also called Cox's Yellowcress, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It is found in moist habitats, such as wet meadows, stream banks, and lake shores.

Uses & Benefits

Rorippa coxii is used as a food source and for medicinal purposes. It is also used as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rorippa coxii has small yellow flowers and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rorippa coxii is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered location, as it is not very tolerant of cold temperatures. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Rorippa coxii

Rorippa coxii is native to Central Europe and can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and along the edges of lakes and streams.

Rorippa coxii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rorippa coxii?

Rorippa coxii

What is the common name of Rorippa coxii?

Cox's Yellowcress

What is the natural habitat of Rorippa coxii?

It is found in moist meadows, riverbanks, and other wet areas

Species in the Rorippa genus

Rorippa prolifera, Rorippa pyrenaica, Rorippa neogradensis, Rorippa palustris, Rorippa anceps, Rorippa wislokiensis, Rorippa sylvestris, Rorippa thracica, Rorippa amphibia, Rorippa armoracioides, Rorippa kerneri, Rorippa hungaricum, Rorippa kullodensis, Rorippa lippizensis, Rorippa menyharthiana, Rorippa austriaca, Rorippa erythrocaule, Rorippa mexicana, Rorippa laeta, Rorippa madagascariensis, Rorippa indica, Rorippa laciniata, Rorippa portoricensis, Rorippa islandica, Rorippa micrantha, Rorippa complicata, Rorippa cryptantha, Rorippa coxii, Rorippa brachycarpa, Rorippa hayanica, Rorippa dubia, Rorippa philippiana, Rorippa behcetii, Rorippa apetala, Rorippa edirnensis, Rorippa cygnorum, Rorippa ampullicarpa, Rorippa dietrichiana, Rorippa neocaledonica, Rorippa spasskajae, Rorippa stenophylla, Rorippa chubutica, Rorippa divaricata, Rorippa africana, Rorippa aurea, Rorippa backeri, Rorippa hybosperma, Rorippa kurdica, Rorippa peekelii, Rorippa schlechteri,

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 kew-2417353: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Heinrich Eunom Philippi (1838-1910): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Phil.' in the authors string.
Luisa Eugenia Navas (b.1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.E.Navas' in the authors string.