Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
microtitis
ID:
1217429

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Rob.) Rollins

Source:
tro

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 59: 71 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001216767



Common Names

  • Micrantha Rorippa
  • Micrantha Yellowcress
  • Micrantha Rorippa Yellowcress


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Description

Rorippa microtitis (also called Small-fruited Yellowcress, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to the western United States. It is a low-growing plant with yellow flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils in open areas, such as meadows and hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Rorippa microtitis has been used as a food source and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory problems. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rorippa microtitis has small yellow flowers with four petals and a pistil. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rorippa microtitis is a small, perennial herb that is native to the western United States. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plants will tolerate dry conditions. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Rorippa microtitis

Rorippa microtitis is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky hillsides and canyons. It is most commonly found in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Rorippa microtitis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rorippa microtitis?

Rorippa microtitis

What is the common name of Rorippa microtitis?

Small-flowered Yellow Cress

What is the habitat of Rorippa microtitis?

It is found in wet meadows, along streams, and in other moist habitats.

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 tro-4101433: Based on the initial data import
Benjamin Lincoln Robinson (1864-1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.L.Rob.' in the authors string.
Reed C. Rollins (1911-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rollins' in the authors string.