Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ard.) Schur
Source:
cmp
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Transsilv. : 61 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557258
Common Names
- Aurinia petraea
- Petraea alyssum
- Rock alyssum
Synonyms
- Koniga edentula Heynh. [unknown]
- Vesicaria gemonensis Poir. [unknown]
- Vesicaria edentula Poir. [unknown]
- Adyseton edentulum Link [unknown]
- Adyseton gemonense Sweet [unknown]
- Alyssoides gemonensis Medik. [unknown]
- Alyssum brasi Loret ex Rouy & Foucaud [unknown]
- Alyssum edentulum Waldst. & Kit. [unknown]
- Alyssum edentulum sphaerocarpum Petr. [unknown]
- Alyssum gemonense L. [unknown]
- Alyssum microcarpon Vis. [unknown]
- Alyssum microcarpum Neilr. ex Nyman [unknown]
- Alyssum microcarpum sphaerocarpum (Petrovič) Diklić [unknown]
- Alyssum petraeum Ard. [unknown]
- Alyssum saxtile Crantz [unknown]
- Alyssum vesicarioides Andrz. ex Steud. [unknown]
- Anodontea edentula Sweet [unknown]
- Aurinia edentula Fisch., C.A.Mey. & Trautv. [unknown]
- Aurinia gemonensis Griseb. [unknown]
- Aurinia microcarpa (Vis.) Greuter & Burdet [unknown]
- Camelina edentula Desv. [unknown]
- Clypeola edentula Link [unknown]
- Crucifera edentula E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
- Vesicaria microcarpa Vis. [unknown]
- Alyssum microcarpum stenophyllon Beck [unknown]
- Aurinia petraea microcarpa (Vis.) Plazibat [unknown]
Description
Aurinia petraea (also called Yellow Alyssum, among many other common names) is a small, perennial flowering plant with bright yellow flowers and small, grey-green leaves. It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western Asia, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Aurinia petraea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aurinia petraea is small and yellowish-green in color. The seeds are small and black, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and spindly, with light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aurinia petraea is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate dry conditions once established. It can be grown from seed, but germination is slow and erratic. Division is the preferred method of propagation.
Where to Find Aurinia petraea
Aurinia petraea can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Aurinia petraea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aurinia petraea?
Aurinia petraea
What is the common name of Aurinia petraea?
Petra's Aurinia
Where is Aurinia petraea found?
Greece
Species in the Aurinia genus
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Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
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Aethionema speciosum,
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