Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Species:
arabicus
ID:
389011

Status:
valid

Authors:
Chaudhary, Hillc. & A.G.Mill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 41: 494 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000388343

Common Names

  • Arabian Ochradenus
  • Arabian Whitlow-grass
  • Arabian Whitlowwort

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Description

Ochradenus arabicus (also called 'Arabian Ochradenus', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Middle East and parts of North Africa. It grows in dry, rocky, and sandy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ochradenus arabicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ochradenus arabicus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ochradenus arabicus is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. Deadheading will help to promote more blooms.

Where to Find Ochradenus arabicus

Ochradenus arabicus is native to the Middle East and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Ochradenus arabicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ochradenus arabicus?

Ochradenus arabicus

What are the common names of Ochradenus arabicus?

Arabian Ochradenus

What is the natural habitat of Ochradenus arabicus?

Dry rocky slopes and stony hillsides

Species in the Resedaceae family

Borthwickia trifoliata, Caylusea abyssinica, Caylusea hexagyna, Caylusea latifolia, Forchhammeria brevipes, Forchhammeria emarginata, Forchhammeria haitiensis, Forchhammeria hintonii, Forchhammeria laxiflora, Forchhammeria longifolia, Forchhammeria macrocarpa, Forchhammeria matudae, Forchhammeria pallida, Forchhammeria polyandra, Forchhammeria sessilifolia, Forchhammeria sphaerocarpa, Forchhammeria trifoliata, Forchhammeria watsonii, Forchhammeria tamaulipana, Forchhammeria iltisii, Ochradenus spartioides, Ochradenus baccatus, Ochradenus arabicus, Ochradenus harsusiticus, Ochradenus somalensis, Ochradenus gifrii, Ochradenus socotranus, Oligomeris subulata, Oligomeris linifolia, Oligomeris dipetala, Oligomeris dregeana, Randonia africana, Reseda alba, Reseda alopecuros, Reseda alphonsi, Reseda amblyocarpa, Reseda arabica, Reseda anatolica, Reseda urnigera, Reseda tomentosa, Reseda undata, Reseda tymphaea, Reseda villosa, Reseda virgata, Reseda viridis, Reseda tefedestica, Reseda germanicopolitana, Reseda glauca, Reseda elata, Reseda duriaeana,

References

Shaukat Ali Chaudhary (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chaudhary' in the authors string.
Anthony G. Miller (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.G.Mill.' in the authors string.
Jean Olive Dorothy Hillcoat (1904-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hillc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:904757-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.