Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 653 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362392
Common Names
- Lunaria
- Honesty
- Money Plant
Synonyms
- Crucifera rediviva E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
- Lunaria alpina J.P.Bergeret [unknown]
Description
Lunaria rediviva (also called Honesty, Money Plant, and Silver Dollar Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Brassicaceae. It is a biennial plant that grows up to 1.5 m tall, with deeply lobed leaves and white or pale purple flowers. It is native to central and southern Europe, and is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Lunaria rediviva is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that is often used as a ground cover or in rock gardens. It has attractive, silvery-green foliage and produces white flowers in the spring. It is also used in dried flower arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lunaria rediviva is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a curved, tubular shape. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, upright stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lunaria rediviva is a biennial herb native to Europe. It is hardy in USDA zones 3-7. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring.
Where to Find Lunaria rediviva
Lunaria rediviva is native to Europe and western Asia. It can be found in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed habitats.
Lunaria rediviva FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lunaria rediviva?
Lunaria rediviva
What type of plant is Lunaria rediviva?
It is a biennial herb
Where is Lunaria rediviva found?
It is found in Europe, Asia, and North America
Species in the Lunaria genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
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Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
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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,
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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,