Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC.) O'Kane & Al-Shehbaz
Source:
cmp
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Novon 7: 325 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000541770
Common Names
- Arabidopsis cebennensis
- Cebennensis Thale Cress
- Cebenna Thale Cress
Synonyms
- Arabis cebennensis DC. [unknown]
- Cardaminopsis cebennensis (DC.) Burdet [unknown]
- Erysimum cebennense Kuntze [unknown]
- Euxena cebennensis Calest. [unknown]
Description
Arabidopsis cebennensis (also called Cevennes Arabidopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers with five petals and a long, curved stem. It grows in rocky and grassy areas, and prefers full sun.
Uses & Benefits
Arabidopsis cebennensis is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and gardening. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arabidopsis cebennensis has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and long, slender stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arabidopsis cebennensis is an annual plant that is native to Europe. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, but it is slow to germinate and can take several months. It is also susceptible to root rot, so it should be planted in a well-draining soil.
Where to Find Arabidopsis cebennensis
Arabidopsis cebennensis can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of North Africa.
Arabidopsis cebennensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Arabidopsis cebennensis?
Arabidopsis cebennensis
What is the common name of Arabidopsis cebennensis?
Cebennensis
What is the natural habitat of Arabidopsis cebennensis?
Mountain meadows in western North America
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,