Barestem teesdalia (Teesdalia nudicaulis, Hortus Kew. 4: 83 (1812))

Family: Brassicaceae

Author: (L.) W.T.Aiton

Bibliography: Hortus Kew. 4: 83 (1812)

Year: 1812

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Teesdalia

Vegetable: False

Observations: Madeira, Europe, Morocco

Description

Barestem teesdalia, known scientifically as Teesdalia nudicaulis, is a fascinating plant species belonging to the Brassicaceae family. This plant, which was first described in literature in 1812 by W.T. Aiton in “Hortus Kewensis,” thrives in various regions, namely Madeira, Europe, and Morocco.

As its common name suggests, Barestem teesdalia is characterized by its notably sparse or “bare” stems. It prefers open, well-drained environments where it can exploit the sunny conditions it favors. The plant exhibits a rosette of basal leaves with the stems rising upright and almost devoid of foliage, presenting a delicate, minimalist profile.

The flowers of Teesdalia nudicaulis are small and white, forming a subtle but attractive display during its blooming period. Upon closer inspection, one can appreciate the intricate structure of its flowers, typical of many members of the Brassicaceae family, which includes well-known crops like cabbages, mustards, and cresses.

This species is adaptable, making it an interesting subject for study in terms of its ecological preferences and survival strategies. It has managed to establish itself across a range of geographies, from the temperate climates of Europe to the more arid regions of Madeira and Morocco.

In summary, Barestem teesdalia, or Teesdalia nudicaulis, is a modest yet notable species within the Brassicaceae family. Its broad geographical distribution and unique appearance make it a plant of interest both to botanists and to those who appreciate the subtle beauty of wild flora.

Common Names

Eng: barestem teesdalia, shepherd’s cress, common shepherd’s-cress, bare-stemmed teesdalia, shepherd’s-cress
Dan: flipkrave
Swe: sandkrassing, sandkrasse
Fra: téesdalie à tige nue, teesdalie nudicaule, téesdalie
Cym: berwr coesnoeth, berwr y bugail, beryn coesnoeth, beryn y bugail
En: Barestem teesdalia, Shepherd’s cress, Common shepherd’s-cress, Bare-stemmed teesdalia, Shepherd’s-cress
Da: Flipkrave
Fr: Téesdalie à tige nue, Teesdalie nudicaule, Téesdalie
Sv: Sandkrassing, Sandkrasse
Cy: Berwr Coesnoeth, Berwr y Bugail, Beryn Coesnoeth, Beryn y Bugail

Synonyms

• Teesdalia iberis var. ramosa (Boenn.)
• Folis nudicaulis ((L.) Dulac)
• Lepidium scapiferum (Wallr.)
• Teesdalia iberis (DC.)
• Teesdalia irregularis (Gray)
• Teesdalia nudicaulis var. pusilla (Merino)
• Teesdalia nudicaulis var. foliosa ((Merino) Merino)
• Teesdalia nudicaulis f. foliosa (Merino)
• Guepinia nudicaulis ((L.) T.Bastard)
• Teesdalia verna (Bubani)
• Guepinia iberis (DC.)
• Teesdalia iberis var. foliosa (Wimm. & Grab.)
• Thlaspi nudicaule ((L.) DC.)
• Lepidium nudicaule (L.)
• Iberis nudicaulis (L.)
• Capsella nudicaulis ((L.) Prantl)
• Crucifera teesdalea (E.H.L.Krause)
• Teesdalia caulescens (Holl)
• Thlaspi nudicaule var. nudicaule ((L.) Mérat)
• Teesdalia iberis var. hirsuta (Lej.)
• Iberis bursifolia (Bergeret ex DC.)

Distribution

• Austria (native)
• Baltic States (native)
• Belarus (native)
• Belgium (native)
• Corse (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• Denmark (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Great Britain (native)
• Ireland (native)
• Italy (native)
• Madeira (native)
• Morocco (native)
• Netherlands (native)
• Poland (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Romania (native)
• Sicilia (native)
• Spain (native)
• Sweden (native)
• Ukraine (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)
• British Columbia (introduced)
• California (introduced)
• Chile South (introduced)
• Connecticut (introduced)
• Maryland (introduced)
• Masachusettes (introduced)
• Michigan (introduced)
• New Jersey (introduced)
• New York (introduced)
• North Carolina (introduced)
• Oregon (introduced)
• Pennsylvania (introduced)
• South Carolina (introduced)
• Tasmania (introduced)
• Virginia (introduced)
• Washington (introduced)

Additional Images

Flower

Taken Mar 19, 2022 by Aurélie G. (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Mar 19, 2022 by Aurélie G. (cc-by-sa)

Habit

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Leaf

Taken Mar 19, 2022 by Aurélie G. (cc-by-sa)

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Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/3054168)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:290314-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Teesdalia nudicaulis (L.) W.T.Aiton)

Specifications

Growth habit: Forb/herb

Growth

Ph maximum: 4.5

Ph minimum: 4.0

Light: 8

Bloom months: [‘apr’, ‘may’, ‘jun’]

Soil nutriments: 1