Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
virgatum
ID:
678233

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Presl

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Fl. Sicul. : 94 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000677565

Common Names

  • Virgate Mustard
  • Virgatum Mustard
  • Virgate Erucastrum

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Description

Erucastrum virgatum (also called Virgin Erucastrum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows to a height of about 0.5 meters. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia and typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Erucastrum virgatum is used as a fodder crop for animals and as a green manure crop.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erucastrum virgatum sub. baeticum (Boiss.) Gómez-Campo
Erucastrum virgatum sub. brachycarpum (Rouy) Gómez-Campo
Erucastrum virgatum sub. pseudosinapis (Lange) Gómez-Campo

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Erucastrum virgatum flower is small and white with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and green with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erucastrum virgatum is a short-lived annual plant that is best grown from seed. Sow the seeds in early spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings emerge, thin them to about 6 inches apart. Erucastrum virgatum can be propagated by division in the spring. Divide the clumps of plants and replant them in a sunny location with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Erucastrum virgatum

Erucastrum virgatum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Erucastrum virgatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erucastrum virgatum?

Erucastrum virgatum

What are the common names of Erucastrum virgatum?

Tall Mustard, Tall Erucastrum, and Field Mustard

What is the growth habit of Erucastrum virgatum?

Erucastrum virgatum is an annual herb with erect stems

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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