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sagebrush rockcress
Scientific Name: Arabis cobrensis
Family: Brassicaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Boechera cobrensis: Masonic Rockcress and Sagebrush Rockcress
Boechera cobrensis, also known as Masonic rockcress and sagebrush rockcress, is a flowering plant belonging to the mustard family.
Considerations for Pets
- All rockcresses are noted to have a sharp flavor typical of plants in the mustard family.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Boechera cobrensis
- Common Names: Masonic rockcress, Sagebrush rockcress, Gray rockcress
- Synonym: Arabis cobrensis
- Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
Distribution and Habitat
- Grows in sagebrush habitats and openings.
- Found in western Nevada.
- Foothills to montane and subalpine regions.
- Sagebrush steppe
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- A forb/herb, meaning it's a non-woody plant that isn't a grass.
- Perennial plant.
- Mainly has a spring and summer development.
Ecological Role
- Occurs in sagebrush communities.
Associated Species
- Frequently found with sagebrush, ponderosa pine, and juniper woodlands.
Further Information
- Discover Life provides information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Arabis cobrensis (Sagebrush rockcress).
- Flora of North America reference available.
- NIISS.org has species profile information, including habitat, control, and life cycle.
- Dave's Garden offers tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants.