Cochlearia

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Cochlearia

Cochlearia (pronounced koh-klee-AR-ee-uh) is a genus of flowering plants in the family Brassicaceae, commonly known as scurvy-grass.

Etymology

The name Cochlearia is derived from the Latin word "cochleare", meaning a small spoon, referring to the shape of the plant's leaves.

Description

Cochlearia species are small, annual or perennial herbs. They have white or pink flowers and spoon-shaped leaves. The plants are native to coastal areas of the northern hemisphere, where they are often found in saline environments.

Species

There are approximately 30 species in the genus Cochlearia, including:

Uses

Historically, Cochlearia was used to prevent scurvy due to its high vitamin C content. Today, it is primarily grown for ornamental purposes.

Related Terms

  • Brassicaceae - The family to which Cochlearia belongs.
  • Scurvy - A disease caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, which Cochlearia can help prevent.
  • Vitamin C - A vitamin found in high quantities in Cochlearia.

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