Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
siifolia
ID:
651181

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Flora 29: 685 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650513



Common Names

  • Siifolia Diplotaxis
  • Diplotaxis siifolia
  • Siifolia False Peanut


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Synonyms

  • Brassica torulosa Durieu [unknown]
  • Diplotaxis catholica siifolia (Kunze) Maire [unknown]
  • Diplotaxis siifolia bipinnatifida Coss. [unknown]
  • Erucastrum latirostre Braun-Blanq. [unknown]
  • Diplotaxis siifolia siifolia [unknown]

Description

Diplotaxis siifolia (also called Siifolia Wall-rocket, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant species of the genus Diplotaxis. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky habitats. It has a simple stem, with alternate, linear-lanceolate leaves, and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Diplotaxis siifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a houseplant, and as a medicinal plant. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, and can be used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Diplotaxis siifolia sub. bipinnatifida (Coss.) Mart.-Laborde
Diplotaxis siifolia sub. vicentina (Welw. ex Samp.) Mart.-Laborde

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplotaxis siifolia is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oblong nut. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplotaxis siifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Diplotaxis siifolia

Diplotaxis siifolia is native to North Africa, where it is found in Algeria, Libya, and Tunisia.

Diplotaxis siifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplotaxis siifolia?

Diplotaxis siifolia

What is the common name of Diplotaxis siifolia?

Siifolia Spurge

What type of plant is Diplotaxis siifolia?

Annual herb

Species in the Diplotaxis genus

Diplotaxis acris, Diplotaxis antoniensis, Diplotaxis assurgens, Diplotaxis berthautii, Diplotaxis brachycarpa, Diplotaxis brevisiliqua, Diplotaxis catholica, Diplotaxis cretacea, Diplotaxis cyrenaica, Diplotaxis duveyrierana, Diplotaxis erucoides, Diplotaxis glauca, Diplotaxis gorgadensis, Diplotaxis gracilis, Diplotaxis griffithii, Diplotaxis harra, Diplotaxis hirta, Diplotaxis ibicensis, Diplotaxis ilorcitana, Diplotaxis kohlaanensis, Diplotaxis muralis, Diplotaxis nepalensis, Diplotaxis ollivieri, Diplotaxis pitardiana, Diplotaxis schweinfurthii, Diplotaxis siettiana, Diplotaxis siifolia, Diplotaxis simplex, Diplotaxis sundingii, Diplotaxis tenuifolia, Diplotaxis tenuisiliqua, Diplotaxis varia, Diplotaxis villosa, Diplotaxis viminea, Diplotaxis virgata, Diplotaxis vogelii, Diplotaxis wirtgenii, Diplotaxis simplex, Diplotaxis vimenea, Diplotaxis saharensis,

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