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Wallflower
Mustard Family : Brassicaceae
Latin Name : Erysimum capitatum
Longevity : Biennial or perennial
Season : Cool
Origin : Native
Value : Wildlife – fair
Livestock – poor
Remarks :
Also known as, "Plains wallflower" and "Western
wallflower". Flowers May to June. Adapted to sandy
or clayey soils in prairies, plains, open woodlands, on
hillsides and bluffs. Traditionally, the dried plant was
crushed, mixed with a small amount of water and the
paste applied to the forehead and temples for relief of
headache. The Sioux used an infusion of crushed
seeds to treat stomach and intestinal cramps. Provides
some browse for deer and antelope. Of little value for
livestock.
Source: USDA-NRCS
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