Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
sibirica
ID:
432783

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Willd.) P.W.Ball

Source:
cmp

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 68: 194 (1963)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432115



Common Names

  • Sobolewskia
  • Sibirica Star
  • Sibirica Star Bromeliad


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Synonyms

  • Sobolewskia lithophila M.Bieb. [unknown]
  • Sobolewskia lipskyi N.Busch [unknown]
  • Cochlearia sibirica Willd. [unknown]
  • Crambe macrocarpa M.Bieb. [unknown]

Description

Sobolewskia sibirica (also called Siberian Sobolewskia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is native to Europe and western Asia, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sobolewskia sibirica is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and as houseplants. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sobolewskia sibirica is yellow and tubular. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small, dark green and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobolewskia sibirica is a tropical epiphyte native to Siberia. It can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to sit in water. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Sobolewskia sibirica

Sobolewskia sibirica is native to Siberia, specifically Russia.

Sobolewskia sibirica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobolewskia sibirica?

Sobolewskia sibirica

What type of plant is Sobolewskia sibirica?

Perennial herb

What are the common names of Sobolewskia sibirica?

Siberian sobolewskia

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-2475306: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Peter William Ball (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.W.Ball' in the authors string.