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treacle wallflower

Erysimum cheiranthoides · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Treacle wallflower, scientifically known as Erysimum cheiranthoides, is a resilient herbaceous plant valued in traditional herbal medicine. Often recognized by its vibrant yellow blooms, it possesses diverse bioactive properties. This species is frequently studied for its potential therapeutic applications, offering a natural resource for addressing various health concerns.

Family
Brassicaceae
Native range
Europe
Parts used
Seeds
Common names
Treacle Wallflower · Wormseed Mustard · 2 more
Scientific synonyms
Erysimum Altum · Erysimum Cheiranthoides Var. Aquaticum · 28 more

Names

Common Names

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Erysimum parviflorum
  • Erysimastrum cheiranthus
  • Crucifera erysimum
  • Cheirinia cheiranthoides
  • Conringia turritoides
  • Cheiranthus turritoides
  • Cheiranthus cheiranthoides

German:

  • Acker-Schöterich
  • Gänsesterbkraut
  • Schöterich
  • Lack-Schöterich
  • Goldlack-Schotendotter
  • Lackschöterich
  • Ackerschöterich
  • Acker-Schöterich
  • Acker-Schoeterich
  • Acker-Schotendotter

French:

  • Vélar fausse Giroflée
  • Velar fausse Giroflee
  • Vélar giroflée
  • vélar fausse-giroflée
  • erysimum fausse-giroflée
  • herbe au chantre
  • vélar fausse-giroflée
  • vélar giroflée
  • Velar giroflee

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Erysimum cheiranthoides

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Brassicales, it is categorized under the family Brassicaceae. It is specifically classified under the genus Erysimum.

Rank Classification Source
Kingdom Plantae WCVP
Phylum Streptophyta WCVP
Class Equisetopsida WCVP
Subclass Magnoliidae WCVP
Order Brassicales WCVP
Family Brassicaceae WCVP
Genus Erysimum WCVP

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of Northern Europe. It can be found growing in the coastal and inland areas of Denmark. Additionally, its presence is documented within the territories of Finland. The species also inhabits the landscapes of Great Britain and Ireland. Finally, its geographical range extends to the unique environment of Iceland.

Region Area Source
Northern Europe Denmark WCVP
Northern Europe Finland WCVP
Northern Europe Great Britain WCVP
Northern Europe Iceland WCVP
Northern Europe Ireland WCVP
Northern Europe Norway WCVP
Northern Europe Sweden WCVP
Middle Europe Austria WCVP
Middle Europe Belgium WCVP
Middle Europe Czechia-Slovakia WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, known scientifically as Erysimum cheiranthoides, is a member of the Brassicaceae family, and its various morphological features contribute to its biological lifecycle. While the plant features green foliage and small flowers, a significant part of its reproductive process involves the production of tiny, dark seeds. These seeds serve as the primary means of dispersal and propagation, ensuring that the medicinal species can spread and thrive in its natural habitat.
Plant Part Sources Confidence
seeds Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin (and other 2 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Erysimum cheiranthoides has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Cardenolides, Cheiranthoside III, Cheiranthoside VIII, Olitoriside, erysimoside.

Most Reported Compounds

Compound Sources Confidence
Cardenolides Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Cheiranthoside III Planta medica (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Cheiranthoside VIII Planta medica (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
Olitoriside Planta medica (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
erysimoside Planta medica (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
strophanthidin Planta medica (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Preparations

Preparations Sources Confidence
seeds Phytochemistry (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
seeds of Erysimum cheiranthoides Chemical & pharmaceutical bulletin (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆