Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
bornmuelleri
ID:
529942

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hausskn. & Degen

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 48: 108 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000529274



Common Names

  • Alyssum bornmuelleri
  • Bornmueller's Alyssum
  • Bornmueller's Madwort


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Synonyms

  • Alyssum bornmuelleri Hausskn. [unknown]
  • Alyssum drabiforme Hausskn. & Bornm. ex Bornm. [unknown]

Description

Alyssum bornmuelleri (also called Bornmueller's Alyssum, among many other common names) is a small, annual flowering plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and grows to a height of 6-10 inches. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can be found in meadows, fields, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Alyssum bornmuelleri is used as an ornamental plant, as a ground cover, and as a medicinal plant. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alyssum bornmuelleri has small yellow flowers, and its seeds are tiny, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a toothed margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alyssum bornmuelleri is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position in well-drained soil. The clumps can be divided in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Alyssum bornmuelleri

Alyssum bornmuelleri can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Alyssum bornmuelleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alyssum bornmuelleri?

Alyssum bornmuelleri

What is the common name of Alyssum bornmuelleri?

Bornmueller's alyssum

What is the natural habitat of Alyssum bornmuelleri?

Alyssum bornmuelleri is native to the Mediterranean region

Species in the Alyssum genus

Alyssum pirinicum, Alyssum aizoides, Alyssum alpestre, Alyssum alyssoides, Alyssum anamense, Alyssum andinum, Alyssum argyrophyllum, Alyssum armenum, Alyssum artwinense, Alyssum atlanticum, Alyssum aurantiacum, Alyssum baldaccii, Alyssum baumgartnerianum, Alyssum blancheanum, Alyssum bornmuelleri, Alyssum bosniacum, Alyssum bulbotrichum, Alyssum caespitosum, Alyssum calycocarpum, Alyssum cephalotes, Alyssum collinum, Alyssum contemptum, Alyssum corningii, Alyssum cuneifolium, Alyssum dagestanicum, Alyssum damascenum, Alyssum dasycarpum, Alyssum degenianum, Alyssum desertorum, Alyssum diffusum, Alyssum dimorphosepalum, Alyssum doerfleri, Alyssum dudleyi, Alyssum erosulum, Alyssum fastigiatum, Alyssum flexicaule, Alyssum foliosum, Alyssum fulvescens, Alyssum granatense, Alyssum gustavssonii, Alyssum hajastanum, Alyssum handelii, Alyssum harputicum, Alyssum hirsutum, Alyssum idaeum, Alyssum iljinskae, Alyssum iranicum, Alyssum klimesii, Alyssum kurdicum, Alyssum lanceolatum,

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-2631950: Based on the initial data import
Árpád von Degen (1866-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Degen' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.