Status:
valid
Authors:
(Richardson) Al-Shehbaz, Elven, D.F.Murray & Warwick
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Canad. J. Bot. 84: 279 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506384
Common Names
- Arenicola Arabidopsis
- Arenicola's Arabidopsis
- Arabidopsis Arenicola
Synonyms
- Arabis arenicola Gelert [unknown]
- Arabis arenicola pubescens Gelert [unknown]
- Arabis humifusa (J.Vahl) S.Watson [unknown]
- Arabis humifusa pubescens S.Watson in A.Gray [unknown]
- Cardaminopsis arenicola Á.Löve & D.Löve [unknown]
- Arabis arenicola arenicola [unknown]
- Parrya arenicola (Richardson) Hook.f. [unknown]
- Sisymbrium humifusum J.Vahl [unknown]
Description
Arabidopsis arenicola (also called Sand cress, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Brassicaceae. It is an annual herb with a slender stem, and its leaves are oblanceolate to obovate. It is native to Europe and North Africa, and its habitats include sandy and gravelly soils.
Uses & Benefits
Arabidopsis arenicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Arabidopsis arenicola is small and white, with four petals and yellow anthers. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green with small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arabidopsis arenicola is a small shrub native to Europe. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and lightly covered with soil. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist and in a warm, sheltered position until established.
Where to Find Arabidopsis arenicola
Arabidopsis arenicola is native to Central and South America, including Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Panama.
Arabidopsis arenicola FAQ
What is the common name of Arabidopsis arenicola?
Arenicola
What is the natural habitat of Arabidopsis arenicola?
Tropical rainforests
What is the optimal temperature for Arabidopsis arenicola?
20-25°C
Species in the Arabidopsis genus
Arabidopsis arenicola,
Arabidopsis arenosa,
Arabidopsis cebennensis,
Arabidopsis croatica,
Arabidopsis halleri,
Arabidopsis lyrata,
Arabidopsis neglecta,
Arabidopsis pedemontana,
Arabidopsis petrogena,
Arabidopsis suecica,
Arabidopsis thaliana,
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
Suzanne I. Warwick: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warwick' in the authors string.