Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Fröhl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Posl. Polsk. Pl. Polon. Exsicc. II, 3: 11 1936
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000613825
Common Names
- Polish scurvy-grass
- Polish Cochlearia
- Cochlearia
Description
Cochlearia polonica (also called Polish Scurvygrass, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Poland. It has long, narrow leaves and white flowers. It grows in wet, sandy soils in open areas and along the edges of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cochlearia polonica is used as a flavoring in salads and sauces, and as a garnish. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat digestive and respiratory problems, and to reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cochlearia polonica has small white flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cochlearia polonica is a perennial herb that prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Cochlearia polonica
Cochlearia polonica is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.
Cochlearia polonica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cochlearia polonica?
Cochlearia polonica
What is the common name of Cochlearia polonica?
Polish Cochlearia
What is the natural habitat of Cochlearia polonica?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Cochlearia genus
Cochlearia aestuaria,
Cochlearia anglica,
Cochlearia bavarica,
Cochlearia borzaeana,
Cochlearia danica,
Cochlearia groenlandica,
Cochlearia hollandica,
Cochlearia micacea,
Cochlearia officinalis,
Cochlearia polonica,
Cochlearia pyrenaica,
Cochlearia scotica,
Cochlearia sessilifolia,
Cochlearia tatrae,
Cochlearia tridactylites,
Cochlearia polonica,
Cochlearia hollandica,
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,