Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
dichotoma
ID:
613249

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 17: 175 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000612581



Common Names

  • Clypeola dichotoma
  • Dichotomous Yellow-eyed-grass
  • Yellow-eyed-grass


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Synonyms

  • Jonthlaspi dichotomum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Clypeola minima Stapf [unknown]
  • Pseudoanastatica dichotoma (Boiss.) Grossh. [unknown]
  • Alyssum dichotomum (Boiss.) Al-Shehbaz [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Clypeola dichotoma 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 dichotoma 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 dichotoma 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 dichotoma

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

Clypeola dichotoma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clypeola dichotoma?

Clypeola dichotoma

What is the family of Clypeola dichotoma?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Clypeola dichotoma?

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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