Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
purpureus
ID:
1325827

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sánchez Mata, Fuente, Rufo, Nuria Rodr. & Amils

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Lazaroa 34: 278 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338281



Common Names

  • Purple Streptanthus
  • Streptanthus purpureus
  • Purple Jewelflower


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Description

Streptanthus purpureus (also called Purple jewelflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb with purple flowers and lance-shaped leaves. It is native to the western United States and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Streptanthus purpureus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Streptanthus purpureus has small, purple flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Where to Find Streptanthus purpureus

Streptanthus purpureus is found in the temperate forests of Europe.

Streptanthus purpureus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Streptanthus purpureus?

Streptanthus purpureus

What is the common name of Streptanthus purpureus?

Purple Jewelflower

Where is Streptanthus purpureus native to?

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

Lourdes Rufo Nieta: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rufo' in the authors string.
Daniel Pablo de la Cruz Sánchez Mata (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sánchez Mata' in the authors string.
Vicente de la Fuente García (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fuente' in the authors string.
Nuria Rodríguez (b.1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nuria Rodr.' in the authors string.
Ricardo Amils (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Amils' in the authors string.