Central-north-america

Guides

• Selenia

  golden selenia

  Selenia is a genus of flowering plants in the mustard family (Brassicaceae), native to central North America. The genus includes species such as Selenia aurea (golden selenia), which is known for its brilliant yellow flowers and restricted distribution. In Missouri, Selenia aurea is limited to a handful of counties in the southwestern part of the state, where it occurs primarily in glade habitats. The genus is notable for forming large colonies with spectacular floral displays when conditions are favorable.

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• Typocerus confluens

  longhorn beetle

  Typocerus confluens is a species of flower longhorn beetle in the family Cerambycidae, described by Casey in 1913. It belongs to the subfamily Lepturinae, characterized by their narrow-necked, broad-shouldered appearance and frequent association with flowers. The species exhibits considerable color variation, ranging from chestnut brown to nearly all black. It is considered a reasonably uncommon species in Missouri and has been documented in the central United States.

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