Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
saxatilis
ID:
557929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1815

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Agric. 3: 162 (1815)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557261

Common Names

  • Aurinia saxatilis
  • Basket of Gold
  • Goldentuft alyssum

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Synonyms

  • Adyseton saxatile Sweet [unknown]
  • Adyseton sibiricum G.Don [unknown]
  • Alyssum arduinii Fritsch [unknown]
  • Alyssum cheirifolium J.P.Bergeret ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Alyssum saxatile L. [unknown]
  • Aurinia saxatilis arduinii (Fritsch) Dostál [unknown]
  • Crucifera saxatilis E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Aurinia saxatilis saxatilis [unknown]
  • Alyssum saxatile arduinii (Fritsch) Hayek [unknown]

Description

Aurinia saxatilis (also called Basket of Gold, 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 saxatilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aurinia saxatilis sub. megalocarpa (Hausskn.) T.R.Dudley
Aurinia saxatilis sub. orientalis (Ard.) T.R.Dudley

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aurinia saxatilis 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aurinia saxatilis 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 saxatilis

Aurinia saxatilis can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Aurinia saxatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aurinia saxatilis?

Aurinia saxatilis

What is the common name of Aurinia saxatilis?

Rock Aurinia

Where is Aurinia saxatilis found?

Europe, North Africa, and Asia

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,

References