Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 1: 449 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693001
Common Names
- Fumana aciphylla
- Aciphylla Fumana
- Fumana
Description
Fumana aciphylla (also called Aciphyllous Fumana, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and it is found in dry grasslands and scrublands. It is an annual herb with yellow flowers and a height of up to 30 cm.
Uses & Benefits
Fumana aciphylla is a popular ornamental plant that is grown for its showy flowers and attractive foliage. It is often used as a ground cover or in hanging baskets. It is also used to attract hummingbirds and other pollinators to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Fumana aciphylla are yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fumana aciphylla is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be pruned to shape. It can be propagated from cuttings taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Fumana aciphylla
Fumana aciphylla can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of the Middle East.
Fumana aciphylla FAQ
What are the common names of Fumana aciphylla?
Aciphyllous Fumana
What is the natural habitat of Fumana aciphylla?
Tropical forests
What is the average height of Fumana aciphylla?
Up to 1.5 m
Species in the Fumana genus
Fumana aciphylla,
Fumana arabica,
Fumana bonapartei,
Fumana ericoides,
Fumana fontanesii,
Fumana fontqueri,
Fumana grandiflora,
Fumana heywoodii,
Fumana juniperina,
Fumana lacidulemiensis,
Fumana laevipes,
Fumana laevis,
Fumana oligosperma,
Fumana paphlagonica,
Fumana paradoxa,
Fumana procumbens,
Fumana scoparia,
Fumana thymifolia,
Fumana trisperma,
Species in the Cistaceae family
Cistus akamantis,
Cistus atlanticus,
Cistus ingwersenii,
Cistus osbeckiifolius,
Cistus santae,
Cistus banaresii,
Cistus grancanariae,
Cistus palmensis,
Cistus aguilari,
Cistus albereensis,
Cistus albidus,
Cistus asper,
Cistus atriplicifolius,
Cistus calycinus,
Cistus canescens,
Cistus cebennensis,
Cistus cheiranthoides,
Cistus chinamadensis,
Cistus clausonii,
Cistus clusii,
Cistus conradiae,
Cistus creticus,
Cistus crispus,
Cistus cyprius,
Cistus dansereaui,
Cistus escartianus,
Cistus florentinus,
Cistus formosus,
Cistus halimifolius,
Cistus heterophyllus,
Cistus horrens,
Cistus hybridus,
Cistus incanus,
Cistus inflatus,
Cistus ladanifer,
Cistus lasianthus,
Cistus laurifolius,
Cistus laxus,
Cistus ledon,
Cistus libanotis,
Cistus matritensis,
Cistus monspeliensis,
Cistus munbyi,
Cistus nigricans,
Cistus novus,
Cistus obtusifolius,
Cistus ocreatus,
Cistus ocymoides,
Cistus palhinhae,
Cistus parviflorus,