Aethionema semnanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
semnanensis
ID:
523198
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mozaff.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Iran. J. Bot. 7: 128 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522530
Common Names
- Aethionema semnanensis
- Semnan Aethionema
- Stone Cress
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aethionema semnanensis (also called Semnan Rockcress, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, rocky soils in full sun and is characterized by its small, white flowers and narrow, linear leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Aethionema semnanensis is an ornamental tree that is often used in landscaping. It produces clusters of white flowers in the spring and its leaves are a deep green color. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aethionema semnanensis has small, white flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aethionema semnanensis can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, divide the clumps in spring and replant in well-drained soil. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in spring in a well-drained seed-starting mix and keep the soil moist. Germination should occur within 2-3 weeks.
Where to Find Aethionema semnanensis
Aethionema semnanensis can be found in the mountains of Iran.
Aethionema semnanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aethionema semnanensis?
Aethionema semnanensis
What is the common name of Aethionema semnanensis?
Semnan Stonecrop
What is the growth habit of Aethionema semnanensis?
Aethionema semnanensis is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial.
Species in the Aethionema genus
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, Aethionema erinaceum, Aethionema sabzevaricum, Aethionema kopetdaghi,
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 kew-2624751: Based on the initial data import
Valiolah Mozaffarian (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mozaff.' in the authors string.