Status:
valid
Authors:
(Maire) Gómez-Campo
Source:
cmp
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 41: 85 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000677477
Common Names
- Erucastrum brevirostre
- Short-beaked Erucastrum
- Short-beaked Rocket
- Short-beaked Sea Rocket
Synonyms
- Erucastrum varium brevirostre Maire [unknown]
Description
Erucastrum brevirostre (also called Short-beaked Erucastrum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single, erect stem. The leaves are long and narrow, with a pointed tip. The flowers are yellow and have five petals. It grows in sandy soils, in open areas and in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Erucastrum brevirostre is used as a fodder crop for animals and as a green manure crop.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Erucastrum brevirostre has a white or pink, 5-petalled flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are dark green with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erucastrum brevirostre is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Erucastrum brevirostre
Erucastrum brevirostre is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry grasslands, scrub, and open woodlands.
Erucastrum brevirostre FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erucastrum brevirostre?
Erucastrum brevirostre
What is the natural habitat of Erucastrum brevirostre?
Grasslands and open woodlands
What is the flowering period of Erucastrum brevirostre?
Summer
Species in the Erucastrum genus
Erucastrum abyssinicum,
Erucastrum arabicum,
Erucastrum austroafricanum,
Erucastrum brevirostre,
Erucastrum canariense,
Erucastrum cardaminoides,
Erucastrum elatum,
Erucastrum elgonense,
Erucastrum erigavicum,
Erucastrum gallicum,
Erucastrum griquense,
Erucastrum ifniense,
Erucastrum lasiocalycinum,
Erucastrum leucanthum,
Erucastrum littoreum,
Erucastrum meruense,
Erucastrum nasturtiifolium,
Erucastrum pachypodum,
Erucastrum palustre,
Erucastrum rifanum,
Erucastrum rostratum,
Erucastrum strigosum,
Erucastrum supinum,
Erucastrum varium,
Erucastrum virgatum,
Erucastrum woodiorum,
Erucastrum pre,
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,