Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
conchuliferus
ID:
1218041

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
tro

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 13(11): 218. 1886 [Nov 1886]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001217379



Common Names

  • Thysanocarpus Conchuliferus
  • Fringed Pods
  • Fringed Pods Plant


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Description

Thysanocarpus conchuliferus (also called Fringed Fringepod, among many other common names) is a small annual herb that grows up to 8 inches tall. It is native to California and is found in grasslands and chaparral habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Thysanocarpus conchuliferus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Thysanocarpus conchuliferus is yellow with four petals and four stamens. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thysanocarpus conchuliferus is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame. Cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a cold frame.

Where to Find Thysanocarpus conchuliferus

Thysanocarpus conchuliferus is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky hillsides and canyons. It is most commonly found in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Thysanocarpus conchuliferus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thysanocarpus conchuliferus?

Thysanocarpus conchuliferus

What is the common name of Thysanocarpus conchuliferus?

Fringed Pods

What is the natural habitat of Thysanocarpus conchuliferus?

Dry, rocky, sandy soils of the western United States

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