Status:
valid
Authors:
(E.S.Steele) P.J.Alexander & Windham
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 38: 203 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336533
Description
Borodinia serotina (also called Serotina Borodinia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5m tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is typically found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Borodinia serotina is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Borodinia serotina has yellow flowers with purple anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Borodinia serotina is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will perform best with regular watering. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can be pruned back in late winter to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Borodinia serotina
Borodinia serotina is native to the United States and can be found in the states of California, Nevada, and Oregon.
Borodinia serotina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Borodinia serotina?
Borodinia serotina
What is the common name of Borodinia serotina?
Late Borodinia
What is the natural habitat of Borodinia serotina?
Grasslands
Species in the Borodinia genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
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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,