Status:
valid
Authors:
Giotta, Piccitto & Arrigoni
Source:
cmp
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Webbia 57: 1 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000571760
Common Names
- Brassica tyrrhena
- Tyrrhenian Mustard
- Tyrrhenian Brassica
Description
Brassica tyrrhena (also called the Tyrrhenian Mustard, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm in height, with a stem up to 1 cm in diameter. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brassica tyrrhena is used as a vegetable and as a medicinal plant. It is known to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties. It is also used as a food preservative.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brassica tyrrhena has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have long, thin stems and oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brassica tyrrhena is an annual plant that can be grown from seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Sow the seeds in late spring or early summer, and thin the seedlings to 12-15 inches apart. Water regularly and fertilize monthly. Harvest the leaves when they are young and tender. Propagate by seed or division.
Where to Find Brassica tyrrhena
Brassica tyrrhena can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Brassica tyrrhena FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassica tyrrhena?
Brassica tyrrhena
What are the common names of Brassica tyrrhena?
Tyrrhenian Mustard, Tyrrhenian Wild Mustard
Where is Brassica tyrrhena found?
Brassica tyrrhena is found in the Mediterranean, Europe, and Asia
Species in the Brassica genus
Brassica assyriaca,
Brassica aucheri,
Brassica balearica,
Brassica barrelieri,
Brassica bourgeaui,
Brassica cadmea,
Brassica carinata,
Brassica cretica,
Brassica deflexa,
Brassica deserti,
Brassica desnottesii,
Brassica dimorpha,
Brassica elongata,
Brassica fruticulosa,
Brassica gravinae,
Brassica hilarionis,
Brassica insularis,
Brassica iranica,
Brassica juncea,
Brassica loncholoma,
Brassica macrocarpa,
Brassica maurorum,
Brassica montana,
Brassica montana,
Brassica napus,
Brassica nigra,
Brassica nivalis,
Brassica oleracea,
Brassica oxyrrhina,
Brassica procumbens,
Brassica rapa,
Brassica repanda,
Brassica rupestris,
Brassica setulosa,
Brassica somalensis,
Brassica souliei,
Brassica spinescens,
Brassica taurica,
Brassica tyrrhena,
Brassica villosa,
Brassica beytepeensis,
Brassica gallicum,
Brassica incana,
Brassica trichocarpa,
Brassica raimondoi,
Brassica baldensis,
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
Cesario Giotta: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Giotta' in the authors string.
Marcello Piccitto: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Piccitto' in the authors string.