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beautiful rockcress
Scientific Name: Arabis pulchra
Family: Brassicaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Beautiful Rockcress (Arabis pulchra)
Beautiful Rockcress, also known as Prince's Rockcress, is a charming perennial herb or subshrub appreciated for its colorful blooms and adaptability to rocky environments.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- Some rockcress species have been observed growing over rock walls, potentially creating a risk of falls for curious pets or children.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Arabis pulchra
- Variety: Arabis pulchra var. gracilis, Arabis pulchra var. pallens
- Synonym: Boechera pulchra
- Latin Name: Boechera pulchra (S. Watson) W.A. Weber
- Common Names: Beautiful Rockcress, Prince's Rockcress, Beauty Rockcress
- Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to North America, particularly found in the western and southwestern USA.
- Specifically mentioned in the Colorado Plateau and Canyonlands region.
- Observed growing in northern, southern, and central California.
- Observed in the Bodie Hills, Baldwin Lake Reserve in San Bernardino National Forest.
Morphological Characteristics
- Perennial herb or subshrub.
- Height: Varies from 5.9 inches to 3 feet. Another source lists 8-24 inches.
- Flowers: Typically purple or blue-purple, but white flowers are also mentioned in some contexts.
- Growth Habit: Can form a carpet of greenery or cascade over rock walls.
Quirky Facts
- The specific epithet "pulchra" is Latin for "beautiful," a fitting descriptor for this rockcress.
Additional Information
- Dave's Garden is mentioned as a resource for gardening tips and ideas.
- Discover Life offers information on the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Arabis pulchra.