Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. 2: 632 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650410
Common Names
- Catholica Diplotaxis
- Diplotaxis catholica
- Catholica False Peanut
Description
Diplotaxis catholica (also called 'Catholica Diplotaxis', among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a woody stem with large, velvety leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in moist soils and is often found in tropical forests, near rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Diplotaxis catholica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diplotaxis catholica is small and yellow in color. The seed is round and brown in color. The seedlings are thin and long with small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diplotaxis catholica 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 catholica
Diplotaxis catholica is native to North Africa, where it is found in Algeria, Libya, and Tunisia.
Diplotaxis catholica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplotaxis catholica?
Diplotaxis catholica
What is the family of Diplotaxis catholica?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Diplotaxis catholica?
Catholic Daisy
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,