Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
castrilensis
ID:
1285328

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vivero, Prados, Hern.-Berm., M.B.Crespo, S.Ríos & Lledó

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 149: 122 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284666

Common Names

  • Vella castrilensis
  • Castril Vella
  • Vella castrilensis

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Description

Vella castrilensis (also called Castril vella, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Vella castrilensis is a species of flowering plant native to Mexico and Central America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Vella castrilensis are white with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vella castrilensis is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant shrub native to Spain. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Vella castrilensis

Vella castrilensis is native to Spain and can be found in the Castilla-La Mancha region.

Vella castrilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vella castrilensis?

Vella castrilensis

What type of plant is Vella castrilensis?

It is an evergreen shrub.

Where is Vella castrilensis native to?

Vella castrilensis is native to Spain.

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 tro-50324701: Based on the initial data import
Manuel-Benito Crespo (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.B.Crespo' in the authors string.
Jose Luis Vivero Pol: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vivero' in the authors string.
Segundo Ríos Ruiz (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Ríos' in the authors string.
J.Esteban Hernández-Bermejo (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hern.-Berm.' in the authors string.
María Dolores Lledó (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lledó' in the authors string.
Josefa Prados: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prados' in the authors string.