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Greene's rockcress

Scientific Name: Arabis repanda var. greenei

Family: Brassicaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Biennial, Perennial

Other Names:

       

Greene's Rockcress

Greene's Rockcress, scientifically known as Arabis repanda S. Watson var. greenei Jeps., is a fascinating plant with a variety of related species and interesting characteristics.

Considerations for Pets

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

Scientific Classification

  • Scientific Name: Arabis repanda S. Watson var. greenei Jeps.
  • Common Name: Greene's Rockcress
  • Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard Family)
  • Rank: Variety
  • Kingdom: Plantae

Nomenclature and Synonyms

  • Accepted Name: Boechera repanda (S. Watson) Al-Shehbaz (Note: The text indicates a taxonomic shift for some related species).
  • Synonyms: The element code PDBRA061Q1 is associated with this plant.

Distribution and Habitat

  • While found in all New England states, Greene's Rockcress is considered rare throughout the region.
  • It typically inhabits rocky environments.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Duration: Biennial or Perennial
  • Growth Habit: Forb/Herb

Related Species and Common Names

  • Waldo rockcress (Arabis aculeolata Greene, Arabis eschscholtziana)
  • Nodding rockcress (Arabis demissa Greene)
  • Smooth rockcress (Arabis laevigata)
  • Brewer's rockcress (Arabis breweri S. Watson)
  • Winged Rockcress (Planodes virginicum)
  • Flagstaff Rockcress (Arabis gracilipes Greene)

Additional Information

  • Garden Guides provide general information on plants known as Rockcress