Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge
Source:
tro
Year:
1847
Citation Micro:
Arbeiten Naturf. Vereins Riga 1: 156 (1847)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001216523
Common Names
- Streptoloma desertorum
- Desert Streptoloma
- Desert Jewelflower
Description
Streptoloma desertorum (also called desert streptoloma, 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
Streptoloma desertorum 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
Streptoloma desertorum has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.
Where to Find Streptoloma desertorum
Streptoloma desertorum can be found in the deserts of the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona.
Streptoloma desertorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Streptoloma desertorum?
Streptoloma desertorum
What is the common name of Streptoloma desertorum?
Desert Streptoloma
What is the natural habitat of Streptoloma desertorum?
Dry, rocky hillsides
Species in the Streptoloma genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
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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,