Species:
mediterraneo-orientale
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Ali & Thines
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Taxon 65: 94 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345229
Common Names
- Microthlaspi Mediterraneo-Orientale
- Mediterraneo-Orientale Microthlaspi
- Microthlaspi Plant
Description
Microthlaspi mediterraneo-orientale (also called Mediterranean-Oriental Mouse-ear, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean and Middle East regions. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and has small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Microthlaspi mediterraneo-orientale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Microthlaspi mediterraneo-orientale are yellow and have three petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Microthlaspi mediterraneo-orientale is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seed should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Microthlaspi mediterraneo-orientale
Microthlaspi mediterraneo-orientale can be found in Europe.
Microthlaspi mediterraneo-orientale FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microthlaspi mediterraneo-orientale?
Microthlaspi mediterraneo-orientale
What type of plant is Microthlaspi mediterraneo-orientale?
It is a species of flowering plant
What is the natural habitat of Microthlaspi mediterraneo-orientale?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
Species in the Microthlaspi genus
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
Tahir Ali: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Ali' in the authors string.
Marco Thines: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thines' in the authors string.