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glaucous wild cabbage
Scientific Name: Caulanthus glaucus
Family: Brassicaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Caulanthus glaucus: Glaucous Wild Cabbage
Caulanthus glaucus, commonly known as glaucous wild cabbage, is a fascinating member of the plant kingdom. This page delves into its characteristics, habitat, and other interesting details.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- The plant has leaves that are irregularly lobed/toothed.
- It is related to wild cabbage (Brassica oleracea) and other members of the Brassica family such as cabbage, kale, and kohlrabi.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Caulanthus glaucus S. Watson
- Common Names: Glaucous wild cabbage, bigleaf wildcabbage
- Synonym: Streptanthus glaucus (S. Watson) Jeps.
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Family: Mustard family (Brassicaceae)
Distribution and Habitat
- Caulanthus glaucus is native to southern Nevada.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Caulanthus glaucus is a perennial plant, meaning it lives for more than two years.
- It can grow up to 0.6 meters (2 feet) in height.
- The flowers are hermaphrodite, possessing both male and female reproductive organs.
- The stems are gray-green or gray-blue, smooth (glabrous), and have a waxy coating (glaucous).
- The leaves are glaucous green/grey, wrinkly, and irregularly lobed/toothed.
Ecological Role
- It is described as a forb/herb, a non-woody plant that is not a grass.
Additional Information
- The plant is found in USDA hardiness zones.
Resources
- Dave's Garden is mentioned as a resource for gardening tips and ideas.