Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
rupestris
ID:
615019

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rouy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Naturaliste 13: 248 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000614351

Common Names

  • Coincya rupestris
  • Rock Coincya
  • Rock Cabbage

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Synonyms

  • Erucaria rupestris Huter [unknown]
  • Hutera rupestris Porta [unknown]
  • Coincya rupestris rupestris [unknown]

Description

Coincya rupestris (also called Rock Sea Rocket, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in coastal habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Coincya rupestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its flowers attract bees and other pollinators.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Coincya rupestris sub. leptocarpa (Gonz.Albo) Leadlay

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. Seed: Small, black, round seeds. Seedlings: Long, slender leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coincya rupestris is a perennial plant that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Coincya rupestris

Coincya rupestris can be found in the Mediterranean.

Coincya rupestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coincya rupestris?

Coincya rupestris

What type of plant is Coincya rupestris?

It is an evergreen shrub

What is the natural habitat of Coincya rupestris?

It is native to South Africa

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