Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
xsterilis
ID:
1218220

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001217558



Common Names

  • Sterile Rorippa
  • Rorippa xsterilis
  • Sterile Yellowcress


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Description

Rorippa xsterilis (also called Sterile Rorippa, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant that can grow up to 30 cm in height. It has yellow flowers and is native to the Middle East. It is found in dry grasslands, rocky places, and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Rorippa xsterilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rorippa xsterilis has yellow flowers, with the seed being a small, dark brown, flattened, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rorippa xsterilis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best grown in a sheltered position. It is not frost tolerant and should be protected from cold temperatures.

Where to Find Rorippa xsterilis

Rorippa xsterilis can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.

Rorippa xsterilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rorippa xsterilis?

Rorippa xsterilis

What is the common name of Rorippa xsterilis?

Sterile Yellowcress

What is the natural habitat of Rorippa xsterilis?

Mountain slopes of the Mediterranean region

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-4103111: Based on the initial data import
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.