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
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.
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 Aurinia genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
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Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
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Aethionema froedinii,
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Aethionema lepidioides,
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Aethionema membranaceum,
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Aethionema orbiculatum,
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Aethionema retsina,
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