Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. [Candolle] 2: 635. 1821 [late May 1821]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000650542
Common Names
- Diplotaxis viminea
- Viminea Diplotaxis
- Viminea's Diplotaxis
Synonyms
- Sisymbrium pumilum Lam. [unknown]
- Sisymbrium vineale Gaterau [unknown]
- Sisymbrium vimineum L. [unknown]
- Sinapis viminea (L.) Lag. [unknown]
- Sisymbrium brevicaule Wibel [unknown]
- Arabis longistyla Rech.f. [unknown]
- Brassica brevicaulis Bubani [unknown]
- Brassica prolongoi (Boiss.) Boiss. [unknown]
- Brassica viminea Boiss. [unknown]
- Crucifera viminea E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
- Diplotaxis balearica Sennen [unknown]
- Diplotaxis brevicaulis Bluff & Fingerh. [unknown]
- Diplotaxis glabra Dulac [unknown]
- Diplotaxis intermedia Schur [unknown]
- Diplotaxis prolongoi Boiss. [unknown]
- Diplotaxis saxatilis Ledeb. [unknown]
- Diplotaxis viminea intermedia (Schur) Tzvelev [unknown]
- Diplotaxis vinealis Sennen & Mauricio [unknown]
- Eruca bellidis-folia Mill. [unknown]
- Eruca intermedia (Schur) G.H.Loos [unknown]
- Eruca prolongoi (Boiss.) G.H.Loos [unknown]
- Eruca viminea Mill. [unknown]
- Diplotaxis viminea genuina Willk. & Lange [unknown]
- Diplotaxis viminea viminea [unknown]
- Diplotaxis praecox Sennen [unknown]
- Diplotaxis viminea subcaulescens Lojac. [unknown]
Description
Diplotaxis viminea (also called Viny Wall-rocket, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant species of the genus Diplotaxis. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, rocky habitats. It has a simple stem, with alternate, linear-lanceolate leaves, and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Diplotaxis viminea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Diplotaxis viminea is yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diplotaxis viminea is a small, evergreen succulent plant that grows up to 10 cm tall and wide. It is native to South Africa and is a member of the Aizoaceae family. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal care. It prefers well-draining soil and bright, indirect sunlight. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation can be done by seed or by division of the plant. The plant can be divided in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Diplotaxis viminea
Diplotaxis viminea is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in Crete, Greece, and Turkey.
Diplotaxis viminea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplotaxis viminea?
Diplotaxis viminea
What is the common name of Diplotaxis viminea?
Viminea Spurge
What type of plant is Diplotaxis viminea?
Annual herb
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,