Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Medik.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1789
Citation Micro:
Philos. Bot. 1: 189 (1789)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000529181
Common Names
- Alyssoides utriculata
- Bladder Campion
- Bladder Alyssoides
Synonyms
- Myagrum utriculatum J.P.Bergeret ex DC. [unknown]
- Vesicaria utriculata DC. [unknown]
- Vesicaria barrelieri Parl. [unknown]
- Alyssum oederi Durand [unknown]
- Alyssum utriculatum L. [unknown]
- Cistocarpium utriculatum Spach [unknown]
- Crucifera utriculata E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
- Coluteocarpus vesicaria vesicaria [unknown]
- Vesicaria graeca Reut. [unknown]
- Vesicaria utriculata Lam. [unknown]
Description
Alyssoides utriculata (also called Bladder Campion, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Alyssoides utriculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a food source.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Alyssoides utriculata var. bulgarica (Sagorski) Hayek
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Alyssoides utriculata has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and round.
Cultivation and Propagation
Alyssoides utriculata is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Alyssoides utriculata
Alyssoides utriculata can be found in Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Alyssoides utriculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alyssoides utriculata?
Alyssoides utriculata
What is the common name of Alyssoides utriculata?
Bladderwort
What is the habitat of Alyssoides utriculata?
It is found in wetland habitats, such as bogs, fens, and marshes.
Species in the Alyssoides genus
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,