Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
tro
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 17: 363 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001217355
Common Names
- Streptanthus Diversifolius
- Diverse-leaved Jewelflower
- Diverse-leaved Streptanthus
Description
Streptanthus diversifolius (also called diverse-leaved jewelflower, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to western North America. It has small white flowers and deeply lobed leaves. It grows in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides, fields, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Streptanthus diversifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Streptanthus diversifolius is yellow with four petals and four stamens. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and thin.
Where to Find Streptanthus diversifolius
Streptanthus diversifolius is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky hillsides and canyons. It is most commonly found in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.
Streptanthus diversifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Streptanthus diversifolius?
Streptanthus diversifolius
What is the common name of Streptanthus diversifolius?
Varied-leaved Jewelflower
What is the natural habitat of Streptanthus diversifolius?
Dry, rocky, sandy soils of the western United States
Species in the Streptanthus genus
Streptanthus lemmonii,
Streptanthus oblanceolatus,
Streptanthus vimineus,
Streptanthus carinatus,
Streptanthus drepanoides,
Streptanthus insignis,
Streptanthus cordatus,
Streptanthus barbatus,
Streptanthus barbiger,
Streptanthus batrachopus,
Streptanthus bernardinus,
Streptanthus brachiatus,
Streptanthus bracteatus,
Streptanthus breweri,
Streptanthus callistus,
Streptanthus campestris,
Streptanthus oliganthus,
Streptanthus platycarpus,
Streptanthus polygaloides,
Streptanthus squamiformis,
Streptanthus tortuosus,
Streptanthus howellii,
Streptanthus gracilis,
Streptanthus hesperidis,
Streptanthus glandulosus,
Streptanthus hispidus,
Streptanthus heterophyllus,
Streptanthus diversifolius,
Streptanthus morrisonii,
Streptanthus fenestratus,
Streptanthus farnsworthianus,
Streptanthus hyacinthoides,
Streptanthus maculatus,
Streptanthus cutleri,
Streptanthus longirostris,
Streptanthus coulteri,
Streptanthus anceps,
Streptanthus lasiophyllus,
Streptanthus petiolaris,
Streptanthus crassicaulis,
Streptanthus flavescens,
Streptanthus glaucus,
Streptanthus simulans,
Streptanthus longisiliquus,
Streptanthus vernalis,
Streptanthus barnebyi,
Streptanthus hammittii,
Streptanthus purpureus,
Streptanthus cooperi,
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,