Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 4: 49 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000367902
Common Names
- Golden Moltkia
- Moltkia aurea
- Golden-flower Moltkia
Description
Moltkia aurea (also called Golden Moltkia, among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe. It grows in dry, rocky areas, and is characterized by its white flowers and small, narrow leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Moltkia aurea is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Moltkia aurea has small, yellow, five-petaled flowers that are arranged in small, dense clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and are covered in short hairs.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyperus arundinaceus is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.
Where to Find Moltkia aurea
Moltkia aurea can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Moltkia aurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Moltkia aurea?
Moltkia aurea
What is the common name of Moltkia aurea?
Golden Forget-me-not
What is the natural habitat of Moltkia aurea?
It is native to the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Moltkia genus
Moltkia gypsacea,
Moltkia suffruticosa,
Moltkia kemal-paschii,
Moltkia angustifolia,
Moltkia petraea,
Moltkia aurea,
Moltkia caerulea,
Moltkia suffruticosa,
Moltkia petraea,
Moltkia coerulea,
Species in the Boraginaceae family
Actinocarya acaulis,
Actinocarya tibetica,
Adelocaryum coelestinum,
Adelocaryum flexuosum,
Adelocaryum malabaricum,
Adelocaryum nebulicola,
Adelocaryum lambertianum,
Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum,
Aegonychon zollingeri,
Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum,
Aegonychon calabricum,
Aegonychon calabrum,
Afrotysonia africana,
Afrotysonia glochidiata,
Afrotysonia pilosicaulis,
Alkanna amana,
Alkanna angustifolia,
Alkanna areolata,
Alkanna attilae,
Alkanna aucheriana,
Alkanna auranitica,
Alkanna bracteosa,
Alkanna caliensis,
Alkanna cappadocica,
Alkanna confusa,
Alkanna corcyrensis,
Alkanna cordifolia,
Alkanna dumanii,
Alkanna frigida,
Alkanna froedinii,
Alkanna galilaea,
Alkanna graeca,
Alkanna haussknechtii,
Alkanna hellenica,
Alkanna hirsutissima,
Alkanna hispida,
Alkanna incana,
Alkanna intercedens,
Alkanna jordanovii,
Alkanna kotschyana,
Alkanna leiocarpa,
Alkanna leptophylla,
Alkanna lutea,
Alkanna macrophylla,
Alkanna macrosiphon,
Alkanna maleolens,
Alkanna megacarpa,
Alkanna methanaea,
Alkanna milliana,
Alkanna mughlae,