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bristlyleaf rockcress
Scientific Name: Arabis rectissima
Family: Brassicaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Biennial, Perennial
Other Names:
Bristlyleaf Rockcress
Arabis rectissima, commonly known as Bristlyleaf Rockcress, is a forb/herb belonging to the Brassicaceae (Mustard) family.
Considerations for Pets
- Bristlyleaf Rockcress has "bristly" leaves, which may present a physical irritant if ingested or handled.
Considerations for Children
- Bristlyleaf Rockcress has "bristly" leaves, which may present a physical irritant if ingested or handled.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Arabis rectissima Greene
- Common Name: Bristlyleaf Rockcress
- Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard family)
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Accepted Name: Boechera rectissima (Greene) Al-Shehbaz
- Synonyms:
- Arabis rectissima Greene
- Arabis rectissima var. rectissima
- Arabis rectissima var. simulans Rollins
- Arabis setigera Greene
Distribution and Habitat
Arabis rectissima is native to California and Nevada, specifically the Sierra Nevada and Bodie Hills regions. It is often found in alpine environments.
Morphological Characteristics
- Growth Habit: Forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass)
- Duration: Biennial, Perennial
- Basal leaves form a rosette.
Quirky Facts
- The genus Boechera, to which this plant may be classified, was named after Danish botanist Tyge W. Böcher (1909–1983).
Further Information
- Discover Life: Provides information about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Arabis rectissima.
- Dave's Garden: A community where gardeners share tips and ideas.
- Garden Guides: Information on Bristlyleaf Rockcress and gardening practices.
- United States Department of Agriculture Plant Database.
- Wikipedia Species: Arabis rectissima on Species.Wikimedia.org