Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
tuberculatum
ID:
1037240

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.K.Mey.

Source:
tro

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 84: 456 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001036578



Common Names

  • Noccidium tuberculatum
  • Noccidium
  • Tuberculatum


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Description

Noccidium tuberculatum (also called Noccidium tuberculatum, among many other common names) is a small perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It grows in rocky soils, and is often found in mountain meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Noccidium tuberculatum is an ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. The leaves are edible and can be used in salads or as a garnish. The flowers can also be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Noccidium tuberculatum is small, white and four-petaled. The seeds are small and oval-shaped, with a light brown color. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a long, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Noccidium tuberculatum is a hardy perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It should be sown in late spring or early summer and will flower from late summer to early autumn. It is best to deadhead the flowers to encourage more blooms. It can be propagated by division in spring.

Where to Find Noccidium tuberculatum

Noccidium tuberculatum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Species in the Noccidium genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

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