Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense Plant Care
Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense (Heyw.) Polatschek
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This plant is recognizable by its dense clusters of narrow, silver-green leaves. Originating from the mountains of Cazorla in southern Spain, Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense is highly sought after by plant collectors for its unique foliage and striking appearance in rock gardens or alpine plantings.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
50–75°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense?
Plant Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense in full sun to partial shade (USDA zones 7b–9b) and water a young shrub every 7–10 days until it is established. It tolerates temperatures of 50–75°F (10–24°C). Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense Native To?
What Is the Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense?
Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense (Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense) belongs to the Brassicaceae family within the Erysimum genus. Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense is native to the Cazorla and Segura mountain ranges, SE Spain.
Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense displays a compact, upright shrub growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense produces clusters of small, fragrant flowers in shades of purple, pink, or yellow.
Leaf size: approximately 2.5 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense?
Water a young or newly planted Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense every 7–10 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Until established; then in dry spells
What Light Does the Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense Need?
Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense Prefer?
Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense tolerates temperatures of 50–75°F. Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
50–75°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense?
Well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Good drainage is essential for Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense?
Feed Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.
Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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Where Should You Plant a Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense?
Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade and well-draining sandy loam with added organic matter. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.
Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense is suited to USDA Zone 7b – 9b.
Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.
How Far Apart Should You Plant a Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense?
Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense can spread to about 2 ft (0.5 m) and reach about 2 ft (1 m) tall. Space plants about 2 ft (0.5 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.
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How Do You Prune a Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense?
Prune Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.
If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.
How Do You Care for a Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense in Winter?
Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense is hardy down to USDA zone 7b, so once established it can stay outdoors through winter in that zone and warmer ones.
Water deeply in late autumn before the ground freezes, and spread a 5–8 cm (2–3 in) layer of mulch over the root zone, keeping it away from the trunk.
Young and container-grown shrubs need extra protection: roots in a pot freeze much more easily than roots in the ground.
How Do You Propagate a Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense?
Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense can be propagated through seeds, stem cuttings. Similar propagation techniques also apply to sand wallflower plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense?
Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense is susceptible to aphids, cabbage worms, flea beetles. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense Need?
Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense grows outdoors in USDA Zone 7b – 9b. It survives winters down to planting zone 7b. Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense is native to the Cazorla and Segura mountain ranges, SE Spain.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 7b – 9b
Keep exploring plants
Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Erysimum genus — compare its care with other Erysimum species on PlantoScan.
Erysimum is part of the Brassicaceae plant family — browse all Brassicaceae genera and species.
Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense (Heyw.) Polatschek, family Brassicaceae (first published in Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 82: 346 (1978 publ. 1979)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Erysimum myriophyllum subsp. cazorlense, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 7b – 9b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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