Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
mollis
ID:
529855

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) O.E.Schulz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 105(86): 186 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000529187



Common Names

  • Alyssopsis mollis
  • Soft Alyssopsis
  • Soft-leaved Alyssopsis


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Synonyms

  • Alyssopsis deflexa Boiss. [unknown]
  • Alyssopsis mollis leiocarpa O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Alyssopsis sagittata Boiss. [unknown]
  • Arabis secunda N.Busch [unknown]
  • Nasturtium sagittatum Aucher ex E.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Sisymbrium molle Jacq. [unknown]

Description

Alyssopsis mollis (also called Soft Alyssum, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Alyssopsis mollis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alyssopsis mollis has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and round.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alyssopsis mollis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of soil types, but it prefers a sandy loam. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and to fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks.

Where to Find Alyssopsis mollis

Alyssopsis mollis can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Alyssopsis mollis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alyssopsis mollis?

Alyssopsis mollis

What is the common name of Alyssopsis mollis?

Soft Alyssum

What is the habitat of Alyssopsis mollis?

It is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Species in the Alyssopsis genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2631869: Based on the initial data import
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
Otto Eugen Schulz (1874-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.E.Schulz' in the authors string.