Family: Brassicaceae
Author: L.
Bibliography: Sp. Pl.: 660 (1753)
Year: 1753
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Sisymbrium
Vegetable: False
Observations: Europe
Description
The perennial rocket, known scientifically as Sisymbrium strictissimum, is a robust and vibrant member of the Brassicaceae family. First described by the renowned botanist Linnaeus in his seminal work, “Species Plantarum,” in 1753, this plant has been acknowledged and studied extensively throughout Europe, where it natively thrives.
Distinguished by its hearty resilience and ability to persist year after year, the perennial rocket is an integral part of the European flora. Its sturdy structure and rich vibrancy make it noteworthy in the wild as well as in more managed horticultural settings. The plant’s physiological characteristics, typical of the Brassicaceae family, offer a multitude of ecological benefits, contributing to its persistence and prevalence across diverse European landscapes.
The perennial rocket’s robust nature is complemented by its botanical beauty. With a tall, upright growth habit, it stands as a prominent figure amidst lesser foliage, often dominating the spaces it occupies. This plant’s innate ability to adapt and thrive under varying conditions underscores its evolutionary success within the order of Brassicales.
Sisymbrium strictissimum’s historical recording by Linnaeus in “Species Plantarum” underscores its significance in botanical nomenclature and classification, reflecting the depth of research and interest it has generated over centuries. Such historical context enriches the understanding of this plant’s role within both natural ecosystems and botanical studies.
Observations throughout Europe affirm its widespread presence and the vital role it plays within its habitats. The perennial rocket continues to be a subject of botanical interest, with ongoing studies aimed at understanding its ecological interactions, potential medicinal properties, and its overall role in biodiversity.
In summary, Sisymbrium strictissimum, the perennial rocket, stands out not only for its perennial nature and adaptability but also as a plant of historical and botanical importance. Its longstanding presence across Europe and the significant study it has inspired reflect its esteemed position in both the natural world and the annals of botanical science.
Common Names
Swe: asiatisk klibbstjärna, iva, klibbstjärna, sallat, styvsenap
Dan: have-salat, stiv vejsennep
Eng: perennial rocket
Deu: steife rauke
Ces: hulevník nejtužší
Nld: hoge raket
Cym: cedw bythol, roced fythol
En: Perennial Rocket
Cs: Hulevník nejtužší
Da: Have-salat, Stiv vejsennep
Nl: Hoge raket
Fi: Jäykkäpernaruoho
Fr: Sisymbre raide, Vélar raide
De: Steife Rauke
It: Erba Cornacchia a lanciuola, Erba-cornacchia a lanciuola
Sv: Asiatisk klibbstjärna, Iva, Klibbstjärna, Sallat, Styvsenap
Cy: Cedw Bythol, Roced Fythol
Synonyms
- Hesperis strictissima ((L.) Kuntze)
- Crucifera strictissima ((L.) E.H.L.Krause)
- Norta strictissima ((L.) Schur)
- Cheirinia strictissima ((L.) Link)
- Norta juncea (Schur)
Distribution
- Albania (native)
- Austria (native)
- Belarus (native)
- Bulgaria (native)
- Central European Rus (native)
- Czechoslovakia (native)
- East European Russia (native)
- France (native)
- Germany (native)
- Hungary (native)
- Italy (native)
- Kazakhstan (native)
- Poland (native)
- Romania (native)
- South European Russi (native)
- Switzerland (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
- Great Britain (introduced)
- Ireland (introduced)
Additional Images
Leaf
Taken Aug 5, 2020 by Diego Alex (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 22, 2021 by natalino renzo santin (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 18, 2021 by André van der Graaff (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 9, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Hugues TINGUY (cc-by-sa)
Flower
Taken Jul 15, 2012 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
Taken Jun 2, 2019 by Eduard Jendek (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 2, 2019 by Eduard Jendek (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 30, 2022 by Vlad Pan (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 2, 2019 by Eduard Jendek (cc-by-sa)
Fruit
Taken Aug 15, 2005 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
Taken Aug 15, 2005 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
Habit
Taken Aug 15, 2005 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
Taken Jul 15, 2010 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
Taken Jul 15, 2012 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)
Taken Jul 9, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Hugues TINGUY (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 9, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Hugues TINGUY (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken Jul 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)
© 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/3046850)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:324701-2)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Sisymbrium strictissimum L.)
Specifications
Growth
Ph maximum: 8.0
Ph minimum: 7.5
Light: 6
Atmospheric humidity: 5
Bloom months: [‘jun’, ‘jul’, ‘aug’]
Soil nutriments: 7
