Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
arbuscula
ID:
679081

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lowe) Snogerup

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 13: 9 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678414

Common Names

  • Arborescent Wallflower
  • Arborescent Erysimum
  • Arbuscula Wallflower

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Synonyms

  • Cheiranthus arbuscula Lowe [unknown]

Description

Erysimum arbuscula (also called Dwarf wallflower, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow flowers and glossy green leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Erysimum arbuscula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in floral arrangements. It has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Erysimum arbuscula has a bell-shaped flower with 4 petals. The petals are usually yellow in color. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erysimum arbuscula is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is a low-maintenance plant and does not require much fertilizing.

Where to Find Erysimum arbuscula

Erysimum arbuscula can be found in the western Mediterranean, from Spain east to Turkey and the Caucasus.

Erysimum arbuscula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erysimum arbuscula?

Erysimum arbuscula

What is the common name of Erysimum arbuscula?

Bushy Wallflower

What type of plant is Erysimum arbuscula?

Perennial herb

Species in the Erysimum genus

Erysimum ledebourii, Erysimum belvederense, Erysimum ehrendorferi, Erysimum euphraticum, Erysimum froehneri, Erysimum gabrielianiae, Erysimum geisleri, Erysimum iraqense, Erysimum kostkae, Erysimum macropetalum, Erysimum munzuriense, Erysimum osseticum, Erysimum serpentinicum, Erysimum spetae, Erysimum boreale, Erysimum absconditum, Erysimum aciphyllum, Erysimum acrotonum, Erysimum afghanicum, Erysimum aitchisonii, Erysimum aksaricum, Erysimum altaicum, Erysimum amasianum, Erysimum ammophilum, Erysimum anceps, Erysimum andrzejowskianum, Erysimum arbuscula, Erysimum arenicola, Erysimum argyrocarpum, Erysimum arkansanum, Erysimum armeniacum, Erysimum artwinense, Erysimum asperulum, Erysimum asperum, Erysimum aucherianum, Erysimum aureum, Erysimum aurigeranum, Erysimum aznavourii, Erysimum babadagensis, Erysimum babataghi, Erysimum baeticum, Erysimum benthamii, Erysimum bicolor, Erysimum boissieri, Erysimum bonannianum, Erysimum boryanum, Erysimum brachycarpum, Erysimum brevistylum, Erysimum bulgaricum, Erysimum burnatii,

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-2799749: Based on the initial data import
Richard Thomas Lowe (1802-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowe' in the authors string.
Sven Emil Snogerup (1929-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Snogerup' in the authors string.