Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
tasmanica
ID:
586484

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) F.Muell.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Syst. Census Austral. Pl. 1: 6 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000585816

Common Names

  • Capsella tasmanica
  • Tasmanica Capsella
  • Tasmanica Shepherd's Purse

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Synonyms

  • Thlaspi tasmanicum Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Bursa tasmanica Kuntze [unknown]
  • Hutchinsia tasmanica Hook. [unknown]

Description

Capsella tasmanica (also called Tasmanian shepherd's purse, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is native to Australia. It is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Capsella tasmanica is a species of plant native to Tasmania. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and homes, as it has an attractive foliage and produces colorful flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Capsella tasmanica are small, white and have four petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Capsella tasmanica is an annual herb that can be propagated from seeds. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Capsella tasmanica

Capsella tasmanica is native to Australia and can be found in temperate climates.

Capsella tasmanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Capsella tasmanica?

Capsella tasmanica

What is the size of Capsella tasmanica?

Capsella tasmanica typically grows up to 4-6 inches in height.

What is the natural habitat of Capsella tasmanica?

Capsella tasmanica is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.

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

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:152034-3: Based on the initial data import