Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fimbriata
ID:
763795

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 7: 111 (1878)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000763128



Common Names

  • Chamaexeros fimbriata
  • Fringed Starflower
  • Fringed Squill


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Description

Chamaexeros fimbriata (also called 'Fringed Chamaexeros', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the lily family native to China and Japan. It grows in moist, shady forests at elevations of 1,000–2,500 m. It has a single, large, heart-shaped leaf and a single, large, white flower with a yellow throat.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaexeros fimbriata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and asthma.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chamaexeros fimbriata is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaexeros fimbriata can be propagated by division or seed. To divide, separate the offsets from the parent plant in spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a seed tray in spring or early summer. Keep the soil moist and place the tray in a warm, sunny spot. Transplant the seedlings when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Chamaexeros fimbriata

Chamaexeros fimbriata is native to the Mediterranean region.

Chamaexeros fimbriata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaexeros fimbriata?

Chamaexeros fimbriata

What are the common names of Chamaexeros fimbriata?

Fringed Chamaexeros

What is the family of Chamaexeros fimbriata?

Colchicaceae

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-302098: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.