Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
candicum
ID:
679204

Status:
valid

Authors:
Snogerup

Source:
cmp

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 13: 34 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000678537

Common Names

  • Candytuft
  • Garden Candytuft
  • Common Candytuft

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Synonyms

  • Erysimum candicum candicum [unknown]

Description

Erysimum candicum (also called Welsh Wallflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is native to Europe and is found in rocky and dry habitats. It is an annual or biennial herb with yellow flowers and a height of up to 1 m.

Uses & Benefits

Erysimum candicum is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It can be used as a border plant, in rock gardens, or as a specimen plant in the garden. It is also a great choice for a container plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Erysimum candicum has yellow, four-petaled flowers that are about 1/2 inch wide. Seed: The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Erysimum candicum can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a cold frame in the spring. For division, divide the plant in the spring or autumn. Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Erysimum candicum

Erysimum candicum can be found in the temperate regions of Europe, including France, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Erysimum candicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Erysimum candicum?

Erysimum candicum

What is the common name of Erysimum candicum?

Welsh Wallflower

What is the natural habitat of Erysimum candicum?

It is native to the British Isles

Species in the Erysimum genus

Erysimum ledebourii, Erysimum belvederense, Erysimum ehrendorferi, Erysimum euphraticum, Erysimum froehneri, Erysimum gabrielianiae, Erysimum geisleri, Erysimum iraqense, Erysimum kostkae, Erysimum macropetalum, Erysimum munzuriense, Erysimum osseticum, Erysimum serpentinicum, Erysimum spetae, Erysimum boreale, Erysimum absconditum, Erysimum aciphyllum, Erysimum acrotonum, Erysimum afghanicum, Erysimum aitchisonii, Erysimum aksaricum, Erysimum altaicum, Erysimum amasianum, Erysimum ammophilum, Erysimum anceps, Erysimum andrzejowskianum, Erysimum arbuscula, Erysimum arenicola, Erysimum argyrocarpum, Erysimum arkansanum, Erysimum armeniacum, Erysimum artwinense, Erysimum asperulum, Erysimum asperum, Erysimum aucherianum, Erysimum aureum, Erysimum aurigeranum, Erysimum aznavourii, Erysimum babadagensis, Erysimum babataghi, Erysimum baeticum, Erysimum benthamii, Erysimum bicolor, Erysimum boissieri, Erysimum bonannianum, Erysimum boryanum, Erysimum brachycarpum, Erysimum brevistylum, Erysimum bulgaricum, Erysimum burnatii,

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