Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) U.Müll.-Doblies, J.S.Tang & D.Müll.-Doblies
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 112: 480 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000768310
Common Names
- Fusifilum depressum
- Depressed Fusifilum
- Fusifilum
Description
Fusifilum depressum (also called 'Depressed Fusifilum', among many other common names) is a perennial flowering plant in the lily family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky, dry habitats. It has a single stem with a bell-shaped flower that is usually yellow or orange in color.
Uses & Benefits
Fusifilum depressum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Fusifilum depressum has small, yellow flowers and its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fusifilum depressum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be kept in a sunny or partially shaded position.
Where to Find Fusifilum depressum
Fusifilum depressum can be found in South Africa.
Fusifilum depressum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fusifilum depressum?
Fusifilum depressum
What is the common name of Fusifilum depressum?
Depressed Fusifilum
What is the natural habitat of Fusifilum depressum?
It is native to South Africa
Species in the Fusifilum genus
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
Jing Shan Tang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.S.Tang' in the authors string.