Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
alba
ID:
433317

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 668 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432649

Common Names

  • Alba Sinapis
  • Alba Mustard
  • Alba White Mustard

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Synonyms

  • Leucosinapis alba Spach [unknown]
  • Napus leucosinapsis K.F.Schimp. & Spenn. [unknown]
  • Rorippa coloradensis Stuckey [unknown]
  • Raphanus albus Crantz [unknown]
  • Rhamphospermum album Andrz. ex Rchb. [unknown]
  • Sinapis foliosa Willd. [unknown]
  • Bonannia officinalis C.Presl [unknown]
  • Brassica alba (L.) Rabenh. [unknown]
  • Brassica foliosa Willd. [unknown]
  • Brassica hirta Moench [unknown]
  • Crucifera lampsana E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Eruca alba Noulet [unknown]
  • Sinapis alba alba [unknown]
  • Sinapis alba melanosperma Alef. [unknown]
  • Sinapis alba alba [unknown]

Description

Sinapis alba (also called White Mustard, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. It is typically found in grasslands and other disturbed habitats. It has long, narrow leaves with a yellow-green color.

Uses & Benefits

Sinapis alba is an ornamental plant used to add color and texture to gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a culinary herb to add flavor to dishes. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sinapis alba sub. dissecta (Lag.) Simonk.
Sinapis alba sub. mairei (H.Lindb.) Maire

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sinapis alba is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinapis alba is a species of flowering plant in the mustard family, native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division of the offsets. The plant should be grown in a sunny position in well-draining soil. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Sinapis alba

Sinapis alba can be found in Europe, North Africa, and temperate Asia.

Sinapis alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinapis alba?

Sinapis alba

What is the common name of Sinapis alba?

White Mustard

What type of plant is Sinapis alba?

Annual herb

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,

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