Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. 2: 292 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000564518
Common Names
- Berteroa mutabilis
- Changeable Berteroa
- Mutabilis Berteroa
Synonyms
- Alyssum lunarioides Spreng. ex DC. [unknown]
- Alyssum mutabile Vent. [unknown]
- Berteroa ascendens K.Koch [unknown]
- Berteroa procumbens Port. [unknown]
- Berteroa viridis Tausch [unknown]
- Draba mutabilis Desv. [unknown]
- Draba ragusana Vest ex Rchb. [unknown]
- Farsetia guenteriana Andrz. ex DC. [unknown]
- Farsetia mutabilis R.Br. [unknown]
- Farsetia obliqua Spreng. [unknown]
- Alyssum mutabile ellipticum Beck [unknown]
- Alyssum mutabile viride (Tausch) Beck [unknown]
Description
Berteroa mutabilis (also called Changeable Berteroa, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It has an upright, spreading habit with alternate, ovate leaves. It is found in forests, thickets and along streams in its native regions.
Uses & Benefits
Berteroa mutabilis is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used for its timber, which is used for furniture, construction, and fuel.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Berteroa mutabilis is white and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Berteroa mutabilis is an annual herb that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in autumn in a cold frame.
Where to Find Berteroa mutabilis
Berteroa mutabilis can be found in the tropical areas of Africa, including Angola, Cameroon, Congo, Gabon, and Zaire.
Berteroa mutabilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Berteroa mutabilis?
Berteroa mutabilis
What is the growth habit of Berteroa mutabilis?
It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.
What is the native range of Berteroa mutabilis?
It is native to Central Europe.
Species in the Berteroa genus
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Aethionema edentulum,
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