Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
aurea
ID:
1217170

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
tro

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
J. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 5: 132 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001216508

Common Names

  • Selenia aurea
  • Golden Selenia
  • Golden Mustard

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Description

Selenia aurea (also called golden selenia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region and the Middle East. It grows to a height of 10–30 cm, with leaves up to 4 cm long. It is found in disturbed areas, such as roadsides and cultivated fields.

Uses & Benefits

Selenia aurea is a wildflower native to the United States. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in landscaping. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Selenia aurea has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Selenia aurea is a low-growing, mat-forming perennial with small, yellow flowers. It is native to the Rocky Mountains and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Selenia aurea

Selenia aurea 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.

Selenia aurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Selenia aurea?

Selenia aurea

What is the common name of Selenia aurea?

Golden Selenia

What is the natural habitat of Selenia aurea?

Dry, rocky hillsides

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,

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