Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
eriocarpa
ID:
613256

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Descr. Pl. : 401 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612588

Common Names

  • Clypeola eriocarpa
  • Woolly-fruited Yellow-eyed-grass
  • Yellow-eyed-grass

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Synonyms

  • Orium lanuginosum Desv. [unknown]
  • Vesicaria lanuginosa Poir. [unknown]
  • Alyssum eriocarpum Pourr. ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Alyssum eriophorum Willd. [unknown]
  • Alyssum lanuginosum Pourr. ex DC. [unknown]
  • Clypeola eriophora DC. [unknown]
  • Ionthlaspi eriophorum Link [unknown]

Description

Clypeola eriocarpa (also called Hairy Yellow-eyed-grass, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and hairy leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, savannas, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Clypeola eriocarpa is used in ornamental gardening and as a ground cover plant. It has a low-growing habit and can be used to create a carpet of foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clypeola eriocarpa has yellow flowers with white centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clypeola eriocarpa is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 foot in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Clypeola eriocarpa

Clypeola eriocarpa is native to Europe and can be found in dry, grassy habitats.

Clypeola eriocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clypeola eriocarpa?

Clypeola eriocarpa

What is the family of Clypeola eriocarpa?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Clypeola eriocarpa?

It is found in dry grasslands and heaths

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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