Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaucescens
ID:
1325756

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Stebbins) Ying Liu, Y.S.Chen & Q.E.Yang

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Taxon 62(6): 1244 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338210



Common Names

  • Faberia glaucescens
  • Glaucescens Faberia
  • Glaucescens Tree Fern


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Description

Faberia glaucescens (also called Glaucous Faberia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry, sandy or rocky soils in open woodlands, prairies, and disturbed areas. It has long, linear leaves and small, spike-like inflorescences with white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Faberia glaucescens is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Faberia glaucescens has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Faberia glaucescens is a terrestrial orchid native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect sunlight. The soil should be well-draining and rich in organic matter. Water regularly, but do not allow the soil to become soggy. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer. Propagate by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Faberia glaucescens

Faberia glaucescens is native to the tropical forests of Bolivia.

Faberia glaucescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Faberia glaucescens?

Faberia glaucescens

What is the common name of Faberia glaucescens?

Glaucous Faberia

What is the natural habitat of Faberia glaucescens?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

G. Ledyard Stebbins (1906-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stebbins' in the authors string.
Ying Liu (b.1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ying Liu' in the authors string.
Qin Er Yang (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Q.E.Yang' in the authors string.
You Sheng Chen (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.S.Chen' in the authors string.