Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
capitatum
ID:
679213

Status:
valid

Authors:
Greene

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Fl. Francisc. 269. 1891 [21 Dec 1891] ; et Man. Bot. San Franc. Bay (1894) 21

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678546

Common Names

  • Headed Wallflower
  • Headed Erysimum
  • Headed Rocket

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Synonyms

  • Erysimum asperum capitatum (Douglas ex Hook.) B.L.Turner [unknown]
  • Erysimum asperum lompocense (Rossbach) B.L.Turner [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus angustatus Greene [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus capitatus Douglas [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus elatus (Nutt.) Greene [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus wheeleri (Rothr.) Greene [unknown]
  • Cheirinia elata Rydb. [unknown]
  • Cheirinia wheeleri (Rothr.) Rydb. [unknown]
  • Erysimum arenicola torulosum (Piper) C.L.Hitchc. [unknown]
  • Erysimum arkansanum angustifolium Scheele [unknown]
  • Erysimum arkansanum latifolium Scheele [unknown]
  • Erysimum arkansanum medium Scheele [unknown]
  • Erysimum asperum arkansanum (Nutt.) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Erysimum asperum bealianum Jeps. [unknown]
  • Erysimum asperum capitatum (Douglas ex Hook.) B.Boivin [unknown]
  • Erysimum asperum elatum (Nutt.) Torr. [unknown]
  • Erysimum asperum stellatum J.T.Howell [unknown]
  • Erysimum capitatum angustatum (Greene) Rossbach [unknown]
  • Erysimum capitatum bealianum (Jeps.) Rossbach [unknown]
  • Erysimum capitatum lompocense (Rossbach) Kartesz [unknown]
  • Erysimum capitatum pallidum D.R.Hunt [unknown]
  • Erysimum capitatum stellatum (J.T.Howell) Twisselm. [unknown]
  • Erysimum capitatum washoense Rossbach [unknown]
  • Erysimum elatum Nutt. [unknown]
  • Erysimum insulare angustatum (Greene) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Erysimum macradenium J.Gay [unknown]
  • Erysimum moniliforme Eastw. [unknown]
  • Erysimum suffrutescens lompocense Rossbach [unknown]
  • Erysimum tilimi J.Gay [unknown]
  • Erysimum torulosum Piper [unknown]
  • Erysimum wheeleri Rothr. [unknown]
  • Erysimum capitatum capitatum [unknown]
  • Erysimum capitatum capitatum [unknown]
  • Erysimum greenei Polatschek [unknown]

Description

Erysimum capitatum (also called Common Wallflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in rocky and dry habitats. It is an annual or biennial herb with yellow flowers and a height of up to 1 m.

Uses & Benefits

Erysimum capitatum is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It can be used as a border plant, in rock gardens, or as a specimen plant in the garden. It is also a great choice for a container plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Erysimum capitatum sub. angustatum (Rydb.) R.A.Price
Erysimum capitatum sub. lompocense (Rossbach) R.A.Price
Erysimum capitatum var. purshii (Durand) Rollins

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Erysimum capitatum has yellow, four-petaled flowers that are about 1/2 inch wide. Seed: The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erysimum capitatum can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a cold frame in the spring. For division, divide the plant in the spring or autumn. Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Erysimum capitatum

Erysimum capitatum can be found in the temperate regions of Europe, including France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Erysimum capitatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erysimum capitatum?

Erysimum capitatum

What is the common name of Erysimum capitatum?

Western Wallflower

What is the natural habitat of Erysimum capitatum?

It is native to western North America

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