African mustard (Malcolmia africana, Hortus Kew., 4: 121, 1812)

Family: Brassicaceae

Author: R.Br. (L.)

Bibliography: Hortus Kew., 4: 121, 1812

Year: Unknown

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Malcolmia

Vegetable: False

Observations: Unknown

Description

The plant known commonly as African mustard, scientifically designated as Malcolmia africana, is a notable member of the Brassicaceae family. This plant’s significance is well-documented, with a prominent mention in the comprehensive botanical reference, “Hortus Kewensis,” specifically in the fourth volume on page 121, published in 1812. Credited to the work of the esteemed botanist R.Br., often cited alongside the contributions of L., this species has piqued the interest of botanists and horticulturists alike.

Malcolmia africana is distinguished by its characteristic features typical of the Brassicaceae family, contributing to its identification and classification. Despite the well-established botanical references, detailed ecological or observational studies on this species remain limited, leaving certain aspects of its biology, habitat preferences, and ecological interactions largely unexplored.

As a representative of the diverse and ecologically significant Brassicaceae family, African mustard plays a role in its native ecosystems, potentially offering insights into plant adaptability, species interactions, and the evolutionary dynamics within this plant group. Further research and field observations could shed light on the ecological roles and adaptive strategies of Malcolmia africana, enriching our understanding of this intriguing species.

Common Names

Deu: afrikanische malcolmie, afrikanische meerviole
Fra: malcolmie d’afrique
Est: aafrika malkolmia
Hun: afrikai szegecsfű
Ces: malkolmia africká, ve
Lav: āfrikas vakarenīte
Swe: arabisk lövkoja
En: African Mustard
Cs: Malkolmia africká, Ve
Et: Aafrika malkolmia
Fr: Malcolmie d’Afrique
De: Afrikanische Malcolmie, Afrikanische Meerviole
He: מלקולמייה אפריקנית
Hu: Afrikai szegecsfű
It: Malcolmia africana
Lv: Āfrikas vakarenīte
Sv: Arabisk lövkoja
: African mustard

Synonyms

Distribution

Additional Images

Flower

Taken Apr 20, 2021 by Muhammet Ali KARAKAYA (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 6, 2020 by César Gonzalez (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 24, 2022 by Maria Florez (cc-by-sa)

Taken Mar 29, 2020 by Azhar Ud Din Azad (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 8, 2018 by Víctor Huete (cc-by-sa)

Leaf

Taken Apr 9, 2007 by claire Felloni (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 5, 2022 by Ramón Valle (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 27, 2022 by Goñi Maite (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 22, 2008 by Tela Botanica − Mathieu MENAND (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Apr 9, 2007 by claire Felloni (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jul 15, 2022 by Grünblättrige Schwefelkopf (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Jul 15, 2006 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Apr 15, 2006 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Apr 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Apr 25, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Ans GORTER (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 25, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Ans GORTER (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Feb 15, 2008 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Feb 15, 2008 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Apr 15, 2007 by Photoflora – Jean-Luc TASSET (©)

Taken Apr 15, 2011 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/8139063)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Malcolmia africana (L.) R.Br.)

Specifications

Growth habit>: Forb/herb

Growth

Ph maximum: 8.0

Ph minimum: 7.5

Light: 8

Atmospheric humidity: 3

Bloom months: [‘apr’, ‘may’]

Soil nutriments: 6