Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
oblanceolatus
ID:
1036040

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.W.Nelson & J.P.Nelson

Source:
tro

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Madroño 56: 127 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001035378



Common Names

  • Streptanthus oblanceolatus
  • Oblanceolate Streptanthus
  • Oblanceolate Jewelflower


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Description

Streptanthus oblanceolatus (also called Oblanceolate Streptanthus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to the southeastern United States, and is found in dry, open woodlands and grasslands. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white or pinkish in color.

Uses & Benefits

Streptanthus oblanceolatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Streptanthus oblanceolatus has small, white flowers and its seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Streptanthus oblanceolatus is a perennial herb that is native to the United States. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Streptanthus oblanceolatus

Streptanthus oblanceolatus can be found in the temperate regions of North 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-100355122: Based on the initial data import
Thomas W. Nelson (1928-2006): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.W.Nelson' in the authors string.
Jane P. Nelson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.P.Nelson' in the authors string.