Malcolmia taraxacifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
taraxacifolia
ID:
369062
Status:
valid
Authors:
Balb.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1814
Citation Micro:
Cat. Stirp. App. 4: 10 1814
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000368394
Common Names
- Malcolmia taraxacifolia
- Taraxacifolia Malcolmia
- Tansy Mustard
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Malcolmia taraxacifolia (also called Wallflower mustard, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to temperate and subtropical regions of the world. It grows in dry, open places, such as along roadsides, in fields, and in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Malcolmia taraxacifolia is a popular garden flower, often grown for its bright blue flowers. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, colds, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Malcolmia taraxacifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malcolmia taraxacifolia is an annual plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering. Propagation is done by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer.
Where to Find Malcolmia taraxacifolia
Malcolmia taraxacifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Malcolmia taraxacifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malcolmia taraxacifolia?
Malcolmia taraxacifolia
What is the common name of Malcolmia taraxacifolia?
Dandelion mustard
What is the natural habitat of Malcolmia taraxacifolia?
Malcolmia taraxacifolia is native to Ethiopia.
Species in the Malcolmia genus
Malcolmia hybrida, Malcolmia flexuosa, Malcolmia graeca, Malcolmia orsiniana, Malcolmia macrocalyx, Malcolmia maritima, Malcolmia africana, Malcolmia pygmaea, Malcolmia taraxacifolia, Malcolmia chia, Malcolmia circinnata, Malcolmia malcolmioides, Malcolmia flexuosa, Malcolmia doumetiana, Malcolmia komarovii, Malcolmia taraxacifolia,
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
Giovanni Battista Balbis (1765-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:286795-1: Based on the initial data import