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Fendler's Rockcress (Arabis fendleri)

Fendler's Rockcress, scientifically known as Arabis fendleri, is a perennial plant belonging to the Mustard family (Brassicaceae). It is also commonly referred to as Fendler Rockcress.

Considerations for Pets

• This plant belongs to the Mustard family (Brassicaceae).

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

• Scientific Name: Arabis fendleri (S. Watson) Greene
• Common Name: Fendler's Rockcress
• Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard Family)
• Kingdom: Plantae
• Order: Capparales
• Synonyms:
  • Boechera fendleri (S. Watson) W.A. Weber
  • Boechera fendleri var. spatifolia (Rydb.) W.A. Weber
• Subordinate Taxa: Arabis fendleri var. fendleri (S. Watson) Greene

Distribution and Habitat

• Arabis fendleri is found in North America.
• Specific locations mentioned include Colorado (Lory State Park, Browns Lake Trail), New Mexico, and Oklahoma.
• El Morro National Monument contains this species.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

• Arabis fendleri var. fendleri is a subshrub or forb/herb.
• It is a perennial plant.
• The plant size is 25-60 cm.

Ecological Role

• In Colorado, Arabis fendleri and other mustard species like Holboell's Rock Cress and Drummond's Rock Cress can be infected.
• This plant is attacked by a rust fungus called Puccinia monoica.

Interactions with Other Organisms

• The plant can be infected by the rust fungus Puccinia monoica.

Further Information

• Discover Life has a page dedicated to the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Arabis fendleri.
• Flora of North America provides a reference.