Sand rock-cress (Arabidopsis arenosa, Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique 92: 242 (1960))

Family: Brassicaceae

Author: (L.) Lawalrée

Bibliography: Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique 92: 242 (1960)

Year: 1960

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Arabidopsis

Vegetable: False

Observations: Greenland, Europe

Description

Sand rock-cress, scientifically known as Arabidopsis arenosa, is a notable species within the Brassicaceae family. This resilient flowering plant finds its habitat primarily in the rugged terrains and sandy soils, often spotted stretching across regions of Greenland and Europe.

Identified and described by L. Lawalrée in the early 20th century, with significant details published in the Bulletin of the Société Royale de Botanique de Belgique in 1960, Arabidopsis arenosa has since drawn the attention of botanists and plant enthusiasts alike for its adaptive characteristics. The plant thrives in environments that present challenging growth conditions, showcasing a distinct ability to withstand and flourish in less nutritive, sandy, or rocky soils where other vegetation might struggle.

The structure of Sand rock-cress is emblematic of the Brassicaceae family, bearing small, delicate flowers that bloom with a subtle yet captivating beauty. These blossoms contribute to the ecological tapestry of its native habitats, playing a vital role in local biodiversity.

In summary, Arabidopsis arenosa stands as a testament to nature’s adaptability and the intricate beauty of flora that emerges in demanding landscapes. Its existence and endurance continue to be a subject of study and admiration within botanical circles.

Common Names

Dan: almindelig sandkarse, sand-gåsemad, sandkarse
Deu: sand-schaumkresse
Nld: rozetsteenkers
Eng: sand rock-cress, sand rockcress
Fra: arabette des sables
Swe: sandtrav
Sme: sáttobađvvut
Cym: berwr-y-cerrig y tywod
En: Sand Rock-cress, Sand rockcress, Sand Bitter-cress
Be: Разушка пясчаная
Cs: Řeřišničník písečný
Da: Almindelig sandkarse, Sand-gåsemad, Sandkarse
Nl: Rozetsteenkers
Fi: Hietapitkäpalko, Hietalituruoho
Fr: Arabette des sables, Cardaminopsis des sables, Cholot, Lilas bâtard
De: Sand-Schmalwand, Sand-Schaumkresse
It: Arabetta sbandellata
Se: Sáttobađvvut
Pl: Rzodkiewnik piaskowy
Ru: Резушка песчаная
Sv: Sandtrav
Cy: Berwr-y-Cerrig y Tywod

Synonyms

• Cardaminopsis arenosa ((L.) Hayek)
• Arabis thaliana var. urbicola (Hartm.)
• Arabis thaliana var. hispida (Wahlenb.)
• Stenophragma arenosum ((L.) B.Fedtsch.)
• Arabis petraea var. arenosa ((L.) Neilr.)
• Cardamine arenosa ((L.) Roth)

Distribution

• Austria (native)
• Baltic States (native)
• Belarus (native)
• Belgium (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Central European Rus (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• Denmark (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Greenland (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Italy (native)
• Poland (native)
• Romania (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• East European Russia (introduced)
• Finland (introduced)
• Krasnoyarsk (introduced)
• Netherlands (introduced)
• Newfoundland (introduced)
• North European Russi (introduced)
• Northwest European R (introduced)
• Norway (introduced)
• Spain (introduced)
• Sweden (introduced)

Additional Images

Flower

Taken May 1, 2017 by Sebastian Unger (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 12, 2020 by Aurélien F. (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 29, 2022 by Alexandre Hodges (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jan 1, 1800 by Tela Botanica − Thierry Pernot (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 16, 2022 by treasure.forest ig (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Apr 22, 2022 by Kai Best (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 16, 2022 by Kai Best (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 7, 2021 by Kristof Melotte (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 8, 2021 by Kai Best (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 16, 2022 by treasure.forest ig (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Apr 15, 2012 by Tela Botanica − Hugues TINGUY (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 15, 2012 by Tela Botanica − Hugues TINGUY (cc-by-sa)

Taken Sep 17, 2010 by Tela Botanica − Hugues TINGUY (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 19, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Hugues TINGUY (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 16, 2022 by treasure.forest ig (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken May 3, 2022 by Patrick Nard (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 25, 2022 by Johan Niss (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 30, 2022 by Andreas Sverke (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 8, 2021 by yves castin (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 25, 2022 by Patrice Bracquart (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken Aug 15, 2013 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken May 15, 2010 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Mar 12, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Pierre CAZES (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 12, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Pierre CAZES (cc-by-sa)

© 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/3052509)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:277940-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Arabidopsis arenosa (L.) Lawalrée)

Specifications

Growth habit: Forb/herb

Growth

Bloom months: [‘apr’, ‘may’, ‘jun’, ‘jul’]