Status:
valid
Authors:
Magauer, Frajman & Schönsw.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 176: 500 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341194
Common Names
- Alyssum Neglectum
- Forget-me-not Alyssum
- Common Alyssum
Description
Alyssum neglectum (also called Neglected Alyssum, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Europe. It has a basal rosette of leaves with white flowers. It is found in moist grasslands and savannas.
Uses & Benefits
Alyssum neglectum is used as a ground cover in gardens and as a decorative plant in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Alyssum neglectum has yellow, bell-shaped flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Alyssum neglectum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun and kept well-watered.
Where to Find Alyssum neglectum
Alyssum neglectum can be found in the Mediterranean region, particularly in Italy, France, and Spain.
Alyssum neglectum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alyssum neglectum?
Alyssum neglectum
What are the common names of Alyssum neglectum?
Yellow alyssum, Golden alyssum, Common alyssum
Where does Alyssum neglectum grow?
Alyssum neglectum is native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East
Species in the Alyssum genus
Alyssum pirinicum,
Alyssum aizoides,
Alyssum alpestre,
Alyssum alyssoides,
Alyssum anamense,
Alyssum andinum,
Alyssum argyrophyllum,
Alyssum armenum,
Alyssum artwinense,
Alyssum atlanticum,
Alyssum aurantiacum,
Alyssum baldaccii,
Alyssum baumgartnerianum,
Alyssum blancheanum,
Alyssum bornmuelleri,
Alyssum bosniacum,
Alyssum bulbotrichum,
Alyssum caespitosum,
Alyssum calycocarpum,
Alyssum cephalotes,
Alyssum collinum,
Alyssum contemptum,
Alyssum corningii,
Alyssum cuneifolium,
Alyssum dagestanicum,
Alyssum damascenum,
Alyssum dasycarpum,
Alyssum degenianum,
Alyssum desertorum,
Alyssum diffusum,
Alyssum dimorphosepalum,
Alyssum doerfleri,
Alyssum dudleyi,
Alyssum erosulum,
Alyssum fastigiatum,
Alyssum flexicaule,
Alyssum foliosum,
Alyssum fulvescens,
Alyssum granatense,
Alyssum gustavssonii,
Alyssum hajastanum,
Alyssum handelii,
Alyssum harputicum,
Alyssum hirsutum,
Alyssum idaeum,
Alyssum iljinskae,
Alyssum iranicum,
Alyssum klimesii,
Alyssum kurdicum,
Alyssum lanceolatum,
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
Peter Schönswetter: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schönsw.' in the authors string.
Marianne Magauer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magauer' in the authors string.