Stanleya wrightii

Family: Brassicaceae or Cruciferae

What it is like

Update: Stanleya wrightii is not in The International Plant Names Index (IPNI)

Stanleya wrightii is a PERENNIAL. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Height (m): 0

Where it is found

Not known

South-western N. America.

Conservation Status:

Countries/locations it is found in

How it is used

Food

Rating: 2

Seed - cooked. It is used as a piñole. Young leaves and shoots - cooked.

Seed: includes nuts, cereals, peas and beans.

Medicine

Rating: 0

Other

Rating: 1

A dye obtained from the plant is used in colouring pottery.

Dye: Plants that provide dyes.

How it is grown

We have very little information on this species and do not know if it will be hardy outdoors in Britain, though judging by its native range it should succeed outdoors at least in the milder parts of the country. The following notes are based on the general needs of the genus. Requires a perfectly drained soil in full sun. Plants resent root disturbance.

Propagating it: Seed - sow spring in a greenhouse. Germination should take place within 3 weeks. Pot up into individual pots as soon as the plants are big enough to handle in order to preserve the root system. Plant out in summer. Division in spring?

Best place to grow: Cultivated Beds;

Habit: Perennial

Hardiness: 6-9

Growth:

Soil: Light (sandy), medium

Shade: No shade

Moisture: Dry, moist

Things to keep in mind

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Stanleyella wrightii. (A.Gray.)Rydb.