Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
nasturtioides
ID:
679663

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn. ex Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1888

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. , Suppl.: 40 (1888)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678996

Common Names

  • Wallflower
  • Treacle Mustard
  • Nasturtium Wallflower

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Description

Erysimum nasturtioides (also called Wallflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in rocky habitats. It has yellow flowers and is an annual or biennial herb.

Uses & Benefits

Erysimum nasturtioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory and digestive ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erysimum nasturtioides is yellow, with four petals and a long, slender stem. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are long, slender and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erysimum nasturtioides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best grown in a sheltered spot and can be pruned back after flowering to encourage a second flush of blooms.

Where to Find Erysimum nasturtioides

Erysimum nasturtioides is native to Europe and is found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky slopes, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Erysimum nasturtioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erysimum nasturtioides?

Erysimum nasturtioides

What is the common name of Erysimum nasturtioides?

Watercress-leaved wallflower

What is the natural habitat of Erysimum nasturtioides?

It is native to the Mediterranean region, including southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East

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-2800281: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.