Cochlearia
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:
- Cochlearia officinalis - Common Scurvy-grass
- Cochlearia danica - Danish Scurvy-grass
- Cochlearia anglica - English Scurvy-grass
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.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cochlearia
- Wikipedia's article - Cochlearia
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