Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
lycia
ID:
586399

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stapf

Source:
cmp

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Kaiserl. Akad. Wiss., Wien. Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 51: 362 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000585731



Common Names

  • Capsella lycia
  • Lycia Capsella
  • Lycian Capsella


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Description

Capsella lycia (also called Lycian shepherd's purse, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Capsella lycia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in terrariums and as a decorative element in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Capsella lycia are small, white and have four petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Capsella lycia is an annual plant native to Europe. It can be propagated by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. The plant should be kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Capsella lycia

Capsella lycia is native to Europe and can be found in temperate climates.

Capsella lycia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Capsella lycia?

Capsella lycia

What type of plant is Capsella lycia?

Herb

What is the natural habitat of Capsella lycia?

Temperate regions of Europe and Asia

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-2698305: Based on the initial data import
Otto Stapf (1857-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stapf' in the authors string.