Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
foetida
ID:
370403

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bourg. ex Coss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Notes Pl. Crit. : 143 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000369735



Common Names

  • Foetida Moricandia
  • Foetida False-dittany
  • Foetida Dittany


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Synonyms

  • Brassica foetida Janka [unknown]

Description

Moricandia foetida (also called stinking moricandia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It has thin, light green leaves and grows up to a height of 1-2 feet. It is found in dry, open areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Moricandia foetida is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and digestive issues. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties. Additionally, it is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Moricandia foetida is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower. The seeds are small, dark brown, and triangular in shape. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moricandia foetida is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or offsets. It can be grown in a pot with well-draining soil, and should be kept in a sunny spot. Water the plant regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. It can also be propagated from seeds, but this is a more difficult process.

Where to Find Moricandia foetida

Moricandia foetida is native to South America and is found in wet habitats, such as marshes and swamps.

Moricandia foetida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moricandia foetida?

Moricandia foetida

What is the common name of Moricandia foetida?

Stinking Mustard

What is the habitat of Moricandia foetida?

It is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands, fields, and roadsides.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2360795: Based on the initial data import
Ernest Cosson (1819-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Coss.' in the authors string.
Eugène Bourgeau (1813-1877): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bourg.' in the authors string.