Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
aegyptiacum
ID:
387014

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1821

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. 2: 423 (1821)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000386346

Common Names

  • Ochthodium aegyptiacum
  • Aegyptiacum Ochthodium
  • Egyptian Ochthodium

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Synonyms

  • Myagrum verrucosum Lam. [unknown]
  • Rapistrum aegyptiacum W.T.Aiton [unknown]
  • Bunias aegyptiaca L. [unknown]
  • Bunias virgata Sm. [unknown]
  • Euclidium aegyptiacum Andrz. ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Ochthodium aegyptiacum (also called Egyptian Ochthodium, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It is characterized by its linear leaves with lobed edges, yellow flowers, and small fruits. It grows in dry, rocky areas and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Ochthodium aegyptiacum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ochthodium aegyptiacum has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ochthodium aegyptiacum can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°F (-29°C). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month.

Where to Find Ochthodium aegyptiacum

Ochthodium aegyptiacum can be found in Egypt and Sudan.

Ochthodium aegyptiacum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ochthodium aegyptiacum?

Ochthodium aegyptiacum

What type of plant is Ochthodium aegyptiacum?

It is a grass-like plant

Where is Ochthodium aegyptiacum found?

It is found in Egypt

Species in the Ochthodium 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2392888: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.