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thickstem wild cabbage

Scientific Name: Caulanthus crassicaulis var. crassicaulis

Family: Brassicaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Biennial, Perennial

Other Names:

       

Thickstem Wild Cabbage (Caulanthus crassicaulis)

Caulanthus crassicaulis, commonly known as thickstem wild cabbage, is a flowering plant belonging to the mustard family (Brassicaceae).

Considerations for Pets

  • Belongs to the mustard family (Brassicaceae).

Considerations for Children

  • Belongs to the mustard family (Brassicaceae).

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Caulanthus crassicaulis (Torr.) S. Watson
  • Family: Brassicaceae (Mustard Family)
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Variety
  • Synonyms: Streptanthus crassicaulis Torr.
  • Varieties:
    • Caulanthus crassicaulis (Torr.) S. Watson var. crassicaulis
    • Caulanthus crassicaulis (Torr.) S. Watson var. glaber M.E. Jones
  • Alternative Common Names: Clasping leaved caulanthus, Claspingleaf wild cabbage, Coulter's jewel flower, Coulter's wild cabbage, Thick-stem wild cabbage, Thickstemmed caulanthus, Smooth Wild-cabbage, Smooth Wildcabbage, Western Cabbage, Wild Cabbage.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to the western regions.
  • Specific location mentioned: Lander Co., Shoshone Range, 9.2 miles e. of jct. of Mill Cr. Rd. &amp Hwy. 8A (now Hwy. 305), n. of Hwy.
  • Found in Nevada (NV040).

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Classified as a forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass).
  • Duration: Biennial, Perennial.
  • Leaves are sometimes gray-green.
  • Characterized by a thick stem.
  • Flowers are cream-colored.

Quirky Facts

  • The name "thickstem wild cabbage" is considered an odd name for this perennial forb, seemingly having little to do with cabbages.

Further Information

  • Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
  • California Academy of Sciences
  • Garden Guides
  • Discover Life
  • United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
  • Flora of North America