Status:
valid
Authors:
(Guss.) K.Koch
Source:
cmp
Year:
1853
Citation Micro:
Hort. Dendrol. : 23 (1853)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557251
Common Names
- Aurinia leucadea
- White alyssum
- White Sweet Alyssum
Synonyms
- Alyssum leucadeum Guss. [unknown]
- Alyssum medium Host [unknown]
- Aurinia leucadea diomedea Brullo, De Marco & Giusso [unknown]
- Aurinia media (Host) Schur [unknown]
- Aurinia scopulorum Trinajstic [unknown]
- Alyssum leucadeum scopulorum Ginzb. [unknown]
- Aurinia leucadea media (Host) Plazibat [unknown]
- Aurinia leucadea scopulorum (Ginzb.) Plazibat [unknown]
Description
Aurinia leucadea (also called White-flowered Aurinia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Brassicaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in Algeria, Egypt, Libya, Morocco, and Tunisia. It grows in dry, open habitats, such as steppe and desert scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Aurinia leucadea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Aurinia leucadea 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 leucadea 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 leucadea
Aurinia leucadea can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Aurinia leucadea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aurinia leucadea?
Aurinia leucadea
What is the common name of Aurinia leucadea?
Leucade's Aurinia
Where is Aurinia leucadea found?
Greece
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