Status:
valid
Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus) 4: 36 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000679085
Common Names
- Perofskianum Wallflower
- Perofskianum Erysimum
- Perofskianum Rocket
Synonyms
- Cheiranthus aurantiacus Bunge [unknown]
- Erysimum amurense Kitag. [unknown]
- Erysimum amurense bungei Kitag. [unknown]
- Erysimum amurense bungei (Kitag.) Kitag. [unknown]
- Erysimum amurense flavum (Kitag.) Kitag. [unknown]
- Erysimum aurantiacum (Bunge) Maxim. [unknown]
- Erysimum aurantiacum amurense (Kitag.) Y.L.Chang [unknown]
- Erysimum bungei (Kitag.) Kitag. [unknown]
- Erysimum bungei flavum (Kitag.) K.C.Kuan [unknown]
Description
Erysimum perofskianum (also called Perofskian wallflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Brassicaceae. It is native to the Caucasus and Iran, and it grows in rocky and grassy areas. It is an annual or biennial herb with a hairy stem and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Erysimum perofskianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Erysimum perofskianum is yellow and has four petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are thin and have long stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Erysimum perofskianum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Erysimum perofskianum
Erysimum perofskianum can be found in the western United States, from California to Oregon.
Erysimum perofskianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Erysimum perofskianum?
Erysimum perofskianum
What is the common name of Erysimum perofskianum?
Perofskian Wallflower
What is the natural habitat of Erysimum perofskianum?
Dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands
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,