Family: Brassicaceae
Author: (L.) C.Presl
Bibliography: Fl. Sicul. 1: 79 (1826)
Year: 1826
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Conringia
Vegetable: False
Observations: C. Europe, C. Medit. to W. Pakistan
Description
Hare’s ear mustard, scientifically known as Conringia orientalis, is a plant species belonging to the Brassicaceae family. This flowering plant, native to Central Europe, stretches its natural habitat from the central Mediterranean region all the way to Western Pakistan. Its historical botanical classification was documented in the early 19th century in Fl. Sicul. 1: 79 (1826) by the botanist C. Presl, building upon the earlier work by Linnaeus.
Conringia orientalis is recognized for its characteristic foliage and inflorescence. The plant typically features slender stems adorned with narrow, lanceolate leaves that resemble the shape of a hare’s ear, which is thought to be the inspiration behind its common name. Its flowers bloom in clusters, showcasing small, delicate petals that are commonly yellow, a trademark of many plants within the Brassicaceae family. These features not only contribute to its aesthetic appeal but also play a role in its identification and study within botany.
The geographical distribution of Hare’s ear mustard is quite broad, thriving in a variety of climates and terrains. Its presence in central Europe and the Mediterranean highlights its adaptability to different environmental conditions, from temperate regions to more arid locales. This plant’s adaptability also extends its range into parts of Western Asia, including Pakistan.
Hare’s ear mustard has been studied for its ecological impact and uses. While not as commonly known as some culinary or ornamental members of the Brassicaceae family, it still plays a role in the biodiversity of the regions it inhabits. It contributes to the local flora and can be part of studies on plant migration, climate adaptability, and ecological interactions.
In summary, Conringia orientalis or Hare’s ear mustard is a notable member of the Brassicaceae family, distinguished by its unique leaves and small yellow flowers. Its wide natural distribution from central Europe to western Pakistan underscores its ecological versatility and botanical interest. The documentation by C. Presl in 1826 marks a significant reference point in its scientific characterization and continues to support further botanical exploration and understanding of this species.
Common Names
Deu: ackerkohl, gewöhnlicher ackerkohl, orient-ackerkohl
Fra: conringie, roquette d’orient, vélar d’orient
Eng: hare’s ear mustard, hare’s-ear mustard
Dan: hvidlig kålurt, kålurt, orientalsk kålurt
Lit: rytinė konringija
Lav: austrumu konringija, austrumu tīrumk
Ces: hořinka východní, konringia východná
Est: ida-suitsrohi
Nld: witte steenraket
Swe: kåltrav
Cym: cedw clustiog, roced clust ysgyfarnog
En: Hare’s ear mustard, Hare’s-ear Mustard, Hare’s-ear Cabbage
Ca: Conríngia
Cs: Hořinka východní, Konringia východná
Da: Hvidlig kålurt, Kålurt, Orientalsk kålurt
Nl: Witte steenraket
Et: Ida-suitsrohi
Fr: Conringie, Roquette d’Orient, Vélar d’Orient, Conringie d’Orient, Conringie orientale
De: Ackerkohl, Gewöhnlicher Ackerkohl, Orient-Ackerkohl, Orientalischer Ackerkohl, Weißer Ackerkohl
He: ארכן מזרחי
It: Conringia orientale
Lv: Austrumu konringija, Austrumu tīrumk
Lt: Rytinė konringija
Es: Berza oriental, Collejón
Sv: Kåltrav
Cy: Cedw Clustiog, Roced Clust Ysgyfarnog
Synonyms
- Erysimum orientale ((L.) Crantz)
- Brassica perfoliata ((Crantz) Lam.)
- Erysimum campestre (Scop.)
- Brassica orientalis (L.)
- Caulanthus annuus (M.E.Jones)
- Cheiranthus orientalis ((L.) Cav.)
- Erysimum brassica (Crantz)
- Cakile perfoliata (L’Hér. ex DC.)
- Crucifera conringia (E.H.L.Krause)
- Conringia perfoliata ((Crantz) Link)
- Gorinkia orientalis ((L.) J.Presl & C.Presl)
- Brassica agrestis (Steud.)
- Sisymbrium tetragonum (Trautv.)
- Erysimum glaucum (Moench)
- Erysimum perfoliatum (Crantz)
- Arabis orientalis ((L.) Prantl)
Distribution
- Afghanistan (native)
- Albania (native)
- Algeria (native)
- Austria (native)
- Bulgaria (native)
- Central European Rus (native)
- Cyprus (native)
- Czechoslovakia (native)
- East Aegean Is. (native)
- East European Russia (native)
- Egypt (native)
- Germany (native)
- Greece (native)
- Hungary (native)
- Iran (native)
- Iraq (native)
- Italy (native)
- Kazakhstan (native)
- Kirgizstan (native)
- Krym (native)
- Lebanon-Syria (native)
- Libya (native)
- Morocco (native)
- North Caucasus (native)
- Pakistan (native)
- Palestine (native)
- Poland (native)
- Romania (native)
- South European Russi (native)
- Tadzhikistan (native)
- Transcaucasus (native)
- Tunisia (native)
- Turkey (native)
- Turkey-in-Europe (native)
- Turkmenistan (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- Uzbekistan (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
- Alabama (introduced)
- Alaska (introduced)
- Alberta (introduced)
- Arizona (introduced)
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- Bahamas (introduced)
- Baleares (introduced)
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- Wyoming (introduced)
Additional Images
Flower
Taken Jun 5, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 3, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Claude CALAIS (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 5, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 5, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 5, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Jun 10, 2018 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Claude Bouzat (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 5, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 5, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 5, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 5, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Bark
Taken May 15, 2006 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken May 15, 2006 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken May 15, 2006 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Apr 15, 2011 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Habit
Taken Jun 10, 2018 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Claude Bouzat (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 23, 2015 by Tela Botanica − David MERCIER (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 3, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Claude CALAIS (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 1, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Denis FILOSA (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 5, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Fruit
Taken Jun 5, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 5, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 5, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 5, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 5, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Liliane ROUBAUDI (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken Apr 15, 2011 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Apr 15, 2011 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Apr 15, 2011 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Jul 15, 2018 by Tela Botanica − LINDA Lopez (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3040913)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60455373-2)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Conringia orientalis (L.) Dumort.)
Specifications
Growth habit: Forb/herb
Growth
Ph maximum: 8.0
Ph minimum: 7.5
Light: 7
Atmospheric humidity: 4
Bloom months: [‘may’, ‘jun’, ‘jul’]
Soil nutriments: 6