Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
cyclodontea
ID:
613248

Status:
valid

Authors:
Delile

Source:
cmp

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Centr. Agric. Dép. Hérault 1880: 258 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612580



Common Names

  • Clypeola cyclodontea
  • Cyclodont Yellow-eyed-grass
  • Yellow-eyed-grass


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Synonyms

  • Jonthlaspi cyclodonteum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Alyssum cyclodonteum (Delile) Al-Shehbaz [unknown]

Description

Clypeola cyclodontea (also called Cyclodont Yellow-eyed-grass, among many other common names) is an annual herb with yellow flowers and narrow leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in grasslands, savannas, and other open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Clypeola cyclodontea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clypeola cyclodontea has yellow flowers with white centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clypeola cyclodontea is a perennial herb that can reach up to 1 foot in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring and division can be done in the spring or fall. The divisions should be planted in well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Clypeola cyclodontea

Clypeola cyclodontea is native to Europe and can be found in dry, grassy habitats.

Clypeola cyclodontea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clypeola cyclodontea?

Clypeola cyclodontea

What is the family of Clypeola cyclodontea?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Clypeola cyclodontea?

It is found in dry grasslands and heaths

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,

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