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elegant rockcress
Scientific Name: Arabis sparsiflora var. atrorubens
Family: Brassicaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Biennial, Perennial
Other Names:
Boechera sparsiflora
Also known as sicklepod rockcress and elegant rockcress, Boechera sparsiflora was formerly classified as Arabis sparsiflora.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant may be found in gardens and natural areas, so awareness is advised during outdoor activities with pets.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Boechera sparsiflora (Nutt.) Dorn
- Common Names: Sicklepod Rockcress, Elegant Rockcress, Few-flowered Rockcress
- Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard Family)
- Synonyms and Related Names:
- Arabis sparsiflora Nutt.
- Arabis sparsiflora Torrey & A. Gray
- Arabis sparsiflora var. arcuata (Nutt.) Rollins
- Arabis sparsiflora var. atrorubens
- Arabis sparsiflora var. californica
- Arabis sparsiflora var. subvillosa
- Arabis atriflora
- Arabis arcoidea A. Nelson (SYNONYM)
- Arabis campyloloba Greene (SYNONYM)
- Arabis peramoena Greene (SYNONYM)
- Variants include:
- Arabis sparsiflora var. arcuata (Arched Elegant Rockcress)
- Arabis sparsiflora var. californica (California Elegant Rockcress)
- Arabis sparsiflora var. sparsiflora
- Arabis sparsiflora var. subvillosa
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to California, found in northern, southern, and central regions of the state.
- Observed in Yosemite National Park, specifically Hetch Hetchy Valley.
Morphological Characteristics
- A native perennial herb, growing up to 3 feet tall.
- Flowering shoots arise from a branched caudex with a basal rosette.
- Pink-purple flowers bloom from March to May.
- Last season's open pods may remain on tall stems.