Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
perenne
ID:
679749

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson ex Coville) Abrams

Source:
cmp

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Ill. Fl. Pacific States 2: 318 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679082

Common Names

  • Perennial Wallflower
  • Perennial Erysimum
  • Perennial Rocket

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Synonyms

  • Cheiranthus perennis Greene [unknown]
  • Erysimum asperum perenne S.Watson ex Coville [unknown]
  • Erysimum capitatum perenne (S.Watson ex Coville) R.J.Davis [unknown]
  • Cheirinia nevadensis (A.Heller) A.Heller [unknown]

Description

Erysimum perenne (also called Perennial Wallflower, among many other common names) is an annual or biennial flowering plant in the mustard family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in dry, sunny habitats. It has small, yellow flowers and narrow, linear leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Erysimum perenne is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Erysimum perenne is yellow and has four petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have long stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erysimum perenne is a perennial 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 Erysimum perenne

Erysimum perenne can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon.

Erysimum perenne FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erysimum perenne?

Erysimum perenne

What is the common name of Erysimum perenne?

Perennial Wallflower

What is the natural habitat of Erysimum perenne?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands

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

Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.
Frederick Vernon Coville (1867-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coville' in the authors string.
LeRoy Abrams (1874-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Abrams' in the authors string.