Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
tortuosus
ID:
1217475

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kellogg

Source:
tro

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. 2: 152 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001216813



Common Names

  • Tortuosus Streptanthus
  • Tortuosus Beaked-Mustard
  • Tortuosus Streptanthus Beaked-Mustard


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Description

Streptanthus tortuosus (also called Twisted Streptanthus, among many other common names) is an annual plant with white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It is native to North America and is commonly found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Streptanthus tortuosus has been used for its medicinal properties, including for treating digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory problems. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It has also been used as a food source.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Streptanthus tortuosus var. suffrutescens (Greene) Jeps.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Streptanthus tortuosus has small white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown, and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Streptanthus tortuosus is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to western North America. It grows in dry, rocky soils in open, sunny areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Streptanthus tortuosus

Streptanthus tortuosus is native to the western United States. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.

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,

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