Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
salicifolia
ID:
30448

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pers.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 78 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029777



Common Names

  • Foxtail Fescue
  • Foxtail Meadow-grass
  • Foxtail Spear-grass


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Synonyms

  • Hubertia salicifolia Juss. ex Pers. [unknown]
  • Conyza serrata Bory ex DC. [unknown]

Description

Faujasia salicifolia (also called Willowleaf Faujasia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has small, white flowers and grows to a height of 1 to 2 meters. It is found in dry, rocky soils in grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Faujasia salicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Faujasia salicifolia has small, yellow flowers with white centers and seeds that are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Faujasia salicifolia is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained, sandy soils and can tolerate drought. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, which should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sunny spot. The cuttings should be kept moist until they root.

Where to Find Faujasia salicifolia

Faujasia salicifolia is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky habitats such as deserts, hillsides, and canyons.

Faujasia salicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Faujasia salicifolia?

Faujasia salicifolia

What is the common name of Faujasia salicifolia?

Willow-Leaved Faujasia

What is the natural habitat of Faujasia salicifolia?

Dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky hillsides

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-128780: Based on the initial data import
Christiaan Hendrik Persoon (1761-1836): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pers.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.