Status:
valid
Authors:
Rustan
Source:
cmp
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 16: 47 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650521
Common Names
- Sundingii Diplotaxis
- Diplotaxis sundingii
- Sundingii False Peanut
Description
Diplotaxis sundingii (also called Sunding's 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 sundingii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diplotaxis sundingii is yellow, with four petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diplotaxis sundingii 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 sundingii
Diplotaxis sundingii is native to North Africa, where it is found in Algeria, Libya, and Tunisia.
Diplotaxis sundingii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplotaxis sundingii?
Diplotaxis sundingii
What is the common name of Diplotaxis sundingii?
Sunding's Spurge
What type of plant is Diplotaxis sundingii?
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,