Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
longirostris
ID:
1220964

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) S.Watson

Source:
tro

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 25: 127 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001220302



Common Names

  • Streptanthus Longirostris
  • Long-beaked Streptanthus
  • Long-beaked Jewelflower


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Description

Streptanthus longirostris (also called long-beaked jewelflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb that can grow up to 1 m tall. It is native to western North America and is found in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Streptanthus longirostris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Streptanthus longirostris are white, bell-shaped and arranged in a cluster. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Streptanthus longirostris is a perennial herb that is native to California. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early fall and should be kept moist until they have rooted. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Streptanthus longirostris

Streptanthus longirostris can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Species in the Streptanthus genus

Streptanthus lemmonii, Streptanthus oblanceolatus, Streptanthus vimineus, Streptanthus carinatus, Streptanthus drepanoides, Streptanthus insignis, Streptanthus cordatus, Streptanthus barbatus, Streptanthus barbiger, Streptanthus batrachopus, Streptanthus bernardinus, Streptanthus brachiatus, Streptanthus bracteatus, Streptanthus breweri, Streptanthus callistus, Streptanthus campestris, Streptanthus oliganthus, Streptanthus platycarpus, Streptanthus polygaloides, Streptanthus squamiformis, Streptanthus tortuosus, Streptanthus howellii, Streptanthus gracilis, Streptanthus hesperidis, Streptanthus glandulosus, Streptanthus hispidus, Streptanthus heterophyllus, Streptanthus diversifolius, Streptanthus morrisonii, Streptanthus fenestratus, Streptanthus farnsworthianus, Streptanthus hyacinthoides, Streptanthus maculatus, Streptanthus cutleri, Streptanthus longirostris, Streptanthus coulteri, Streptanthus anceps, Streptanthus lasiophyllus, Streptanthus petiolaris, Streptanthus crassicaulis, Streptanthus flavescens, Streptanthus glaucus, Streptanthus simulans, Streptanthus longisiliquus, Streptanthus vernalis, Streptanthus barnebyi, Streptanthus hammittii, Streptanthus purpureus, Streptanthus cooperi,

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,