Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
cypria
ID:
542774

Status:
valid

Authors:
Holmboe

Source:
cmp

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Stud. Veg. Cyprus : 85 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000542106

Common Names

  • Cypria Rock Cress
  • Cypria's Rock Cress
  • Cypria Cress

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Synonyms

  • Arabis albida billardieri Sint. [unknown]

Description

Arabis cypria (also called Cyprus Rockcress, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe. It typically grows in rocky habitats, such as alpine meadows and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Arabis cypria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, 4-petaled, with yellow center. Seed: Small, round, black. Seedlings: Oval-shaped with pointed tips.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arabis cypria is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Division can be done in early spring or fall. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be replanted in a new location.

Where to Find Arabis cypria

Arabis cypria is native to Cyprus and can be found in the Troodos Mountains.

Arabis cypria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arabis cypria?

Arabis cypria

Where does Arabis cypria grow?

Arabis cypria is native to Turkey.

What is the growth habit of Arabis cypria?

Arabis cypria is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with small, white flowers.

Species in the Arabis genus

Arabis watsonii, Arabis elgonensis, Arabis abietina, Arabis aculeolata, Arabis alanyensis, Arabis allionii, Arabis alpina, Arabis alticola, Arabis amplexicaulis, Arabis androsacea, Arabis aubrietioides, Arabis aucheri, Arabis axilliflora, Arabis beirana, Arabis bijuga, Arabis blepharophylla, Arabis brachycarpa, Arabis bryoides, Arabis caerulea, Arabis carduchorum, Arabis caucasica, Arabis ciliata, Arabis ciliata, Arabis collina, Arabis conringioides, Arabis cretica, Arabis crucisetosa, Arabis cypria, Arabis davisii, Arabis deflexa, Arabis doberaranica, Arabis doumetii, Arabis drabiformis, Arabis engleriana, Arabis erikii, Arabis erubescens, Arabis eschscholtziana, Arabis farinacea, Arabis flagellosa, Arabis flaviflora, Arabis foliosa, Arabis furcata, Arabis gegamica, Arabis georgiana, Arabis hirsuta, Arabis huetii, Arabis ionocalyx, Arabis josiae, Arabis juresii, Arabis kashmiriaca,

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-2645516: Based on the initial data import
Jens Holmboe (1880-1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holmboe' in the authors string.