Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
wulfenianum
ID:
530655

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1814

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Hort. Berol. , Suppl.: 44 (1814)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000529987



Common Names

  • Alyssum wulfenianum
  • Wulfen's Alyssum
  • Wulfen Alyssum


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Synonyms

  • Adyseton montanum Scop. [unknown]
  • Adyseton wulfenianum Sweet [unknown]

Description

Alyssum wulfenianum (also called Wulfen's Alyssum, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in dry habitats such as rocky hillsides and open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Alyssum wulfenianum is a low-maintenance ground cover that is often used in rock gardens. It is also used as a border plant and in containers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Alyssum wulfenianum sub. ovirense (A.Kern.) Magauer, Schönsw. & Frajman

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alyssum wulfenianum has small, yellow flowers that form clusters in the shape of a bell. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a white root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alyssum wulfenianum is an evergreen perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant that forms a mat of foliage and can reach a height of up to 10 cm. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny position and lightly covered with soil.

Where to Find Alyssum wulfenianum

Alyssum wulfenianum is found in the Mediterranean region, from Morocco to Turkey.

Alyssum wulfenianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alyssum wulfenianum?

Alyssum wulfenianum

What is the common name of Alyssum wulfenianum?

Wulfen's Alyssum

What is the growth habit of Alyssum wulfenianum?

It is an annual or biennial plant

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,