Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
tricuspidata
ID:
369037

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) W.T.Aiton

Source:
cmp

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Hortus Kew. 4: 120 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000368369

Common Names

  • Cyperus blepharoleptos
  • Cyperus blodgettii
  • Matelea yanomamica

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Synonyms

  • Cheiranthus tricuspidatus L. [unknown]
  • Cheiranthus villosus Forssk. [unknown]
  • Hesperis tricuspidata Lam. [unknown]
  • Triceras tricuspidatum (L.) Maire [unknown]
  • Matthiola tricuspidata tricuspidata [unknown]
  • Matthiola tricuspidata triscupidata (L.) W.T.Aiton [unknown]

Description

Matthiola tricuspidata (also called Three-lobed stock, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that is native to Europe and North Africa. It grows in moist soils, in areas with full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Matthiola tricuspidata is a popular ornamental plant, often grown for its bright pink flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Matthiola tricuspidata has small, white flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. Seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Matthiola tricuspidata is a perennial plant that is native to North America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in late summer or early fall in a cold frame. Division can be done in early spring or fall.

Where to Find Matthiola tricuspidata

Matthiola tricuspidata can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Matthiola tricuspidata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Matthiola tricuspidata?

Matthiola tricuspidata

What is the common name of Matthiola tricuspidata?

Tricuspid Stock

What is the natural habitat of Matthiola tricuspidata?

Dry grasslands, stony slopes, and disturbed areas

Species in the Matthiola genus

Matthiola puntensis, Matthiola sinuata, Matthiola tricuspidata, Matthiola superba, Matthiola tatarica, Matthiola longipetala, Matthiola fragrans, Matthiola incana, Matthiola parviflora, Matthiola perennis, Matthiola lunata, Matthiola maroccana, Matthiola odoratissima, Matthiola arabica, Matthiola fruticulosa, Matthiola chorassanica, Matthiola montana, Matthiola trojana, Matthiola anchoniifolia, Matthiola codringtonii, Matthiola crassifolia, Matthiola damascena, Matthiola dumulosa, Matthiola erlangeriana, Matthiola ghorana, Matthiola glutinosa, Matthiola graminea, Matthiola macranica, Matthiola perpusilla, Matthiola spathulata, Matthiola subglabra, Matthiola scapifera, Matthiola kralikii, Matthiola ovatifolia, Matthiola farinosa, Matthiola revoluta, Matthiola torulosa, Matthiola caspica, Matthiola daghestanica, Matthiola maderensis, Matthiola afghanica, Matthiola alyssifolia, Matthiola bucharica, Matthiola chenopodiifolia, Matthiola czerniakowskae, Matthiola integrifolia, Matthiola obovata, Matthiola robusta, Matthiola stoddartii, Matthiola tianschanica,

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-2357993: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
William Townsend Aiton (1766-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Aiton' in the authors string.