Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
matthioloides
ID:
1217531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltdl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 28: 469 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001216869

Common Names

  • Matthioloides Yellowcress
  • Matthioloides Watercress
  • Machaerophorus Matthioloides

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Description

Machaerophorus matthioloides (also called Matthiola-like Machaerophorus, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to South Africa and is found in grassland and open woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Machaerophorus matthioloides has no known non-medical uses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Machaerophorus matthioloides is yellow, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Machaerophorus matthioloides can be propagated by seed. Sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Water the soil regularly and keep it moist. The seeds will germinate in about two weeks. Transplant the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. Machaerophorus matthioloides can also be propagated by cuttings. Take stem cuttings in late spring or early summer and root them in a moist soil mix. The cuttings should root in about four weeks.

Where to Find Machaerophorus matthioloides

Machaerophorus matthioloides can be found in South America.

Species in the Machaerophorus genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

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