Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
gallaecicum
ID:
1413044

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Ortiz) Španiel, Marhold & Lihová

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Taxon 63(3): 586. 2014 [30 Jun 2014]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425509



Common Names

  • Alyssum gallaecicum
  • Gallaecian Alyssum
  • Gallaecian Madwort


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Description

Alyssum gallaecicum (also called Gallaecian alyssum, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is native to Portugal. It is found in dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Alyssum gallaecicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has bright yellow flowers that attract bees and butterflies. The plant is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alyssum gallaecicum has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alyssum gallaecicum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and watered regularly until the seedlings emerge. When propagating by division, carefully dig up the plant and divide the root mass into several sections. Replant the divisions in a warm, sunny location and water regularly until the plants become established.

Where to Find Alyssum gallaecicum

Alyssum gallaecicum is native to Portugal and can be found in dry and rocky habitats.

Alyssum gallaecicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alyssum gallaecicum?

Alyssum gallaecicum

What is the common name of Alyssum gallaecicum?

Gallaecian Alyssum

What is the natural habitat of Alyssum gallaecicum?

Woodlands, forests, and meadows

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

Santiago Ortiz Nuñez (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Ortiz' in the authors string.
Karol Marhold (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marhold' in the authors string.
Judita Lihová: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lihová' in the authors string.
Stanislav Španiel (b.1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Španiel' in the authors string.