Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. [Candolle] 2: 634. 1821 [late May 1821]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650478
Common Names
- Muralis Diplotaxis
- Diplotaxis muralis
- Muralis False Peanut
Synonyms
- Sisymbrium murale L. [unknown]
- Sisymbrium minus Lam. [unknown]
- Sinapis muralis W.T.Aiton [unknown]
- Arabis canadensis Mill. [unknown]
- Brassica brevipes Syme [unknown]
- Brassica decumbens Bubani [unknown]
- Brassica scoposa Janka [unknown]
- Crucifera diplotaxis E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
- Diplotaxis erucastrum Hegetschw. [unknown]
- Diplotaxis littoralis Sennen [unknown]
- Diplotaxis mandonis Sennen [unknown]
- Diplotaxis muralis babingtonii Syme ex Marquand [unknown]
- Diplotaxis muralis caulescens Kitt. [unknown]
- Diplotaxis platystylis Pomel [unknown]
- Diplotaxis polonica Zapał. [unknown]
- Diplotaxis scaposa DC. [unknown]
- Diplotaxis vallesensis Sennen [unknown]
- Eruca decumbens Moench [unknown]
- Eruca muralis Besser [unknown]
- Diplotaxis muralis pinnatifida Noulet [unknown]
- Diplotaxis muralis pseudoviminea Schur [unknown]
- Diplotaxis muralis muralis [unknown]
- Diplotaxis virgata platystylis (Pomel) Maire & Weiller [unknown]
- Diplotaxis muralis muralis [unknown]
- Sisymbrium erucastrum Gouan [unknown]
Description
Diplotaxis muralis (also called Wall Wall-rocket, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant species of the genus Diplotaxis. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky habitats. It has a simple stem, with alternate, linear-lanceolate leaves, and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Diplotaxis muralis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a houseplant, and as a medicinal plant. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, and can be used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Diplotaxis muralis sub. ceratophylla (Batt.) Mart.-Laborde
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diplotaxis muralis is small and white in color. The seed is oval and black in color. The seedlings are short and bushy with large leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diplotaxis muralis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to water deeply and infrequently. Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Diplotaxis muralis
Diplotaxis muralis is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in Crete, Greece, and Turkey.
Diplotaxis muralis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplotaxis muralis?
Diplotaxis muralis
What is the common name of Diplotaxis muralis?
Mural Spurge
What type of plant is Diplotaxis muralis?
Annual herb
Species in the Diplotaxis genus
Diplotaxis acris,
Diplotaxis antoniensis,
Diplotaxis assurgens,
Diplotaxis berthautii,
Diplotaxis brachycarpa,
Diplotaxis brevisiliqua,
Diplotaxis catholica,
Diplotaxis cretacea,
Diplotaxis cyrenaica,
Diplotaxis duveyrierana,
Diplotaxis erucoides,
Diplotaxis glauca,
Diplotaxis gorgadensis,
Diplotaxis gracilis,
Diplotaxis griffithii,
Diplotaxis harra,
Diplotaxis hirta,
Diplotaxis ibicensis,
Diplotaxis ilorcitana,
Diplotaxis kohlaanensis,
Diplotaxis muralis,
Diplotaxis nepalensis,
Diplotaxis ollivieri,
Diplotaxis pitardiana,
Diplotaxis schweinfurthii,
Diplotaxis siettiana,
Diplotaxis siifolia,
Diplotaxis simplex,
Diplotaxis sundingii,
Diplotaxis tenuifolia,
Diplotaxis tenuisiliqua,
Diplotaxis varia,
Diplotaxis villosa,
Diplotaxis viminea,
Diplotaxis virgata,
Diplotaxis vogelii,
Diplotaxis wirtgenii,
Diplotaxis simplex,
Diplotaxis vimenea,
Diplotaxis saharensis,
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,