Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bonapartei
ID:
693675

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maire & Petitm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Matér. Étude Fl. Géogr. Bot. Orient. 4: 37 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693008



Common Names

  • Fumana bonapartei
  • Bonaparte's Fumana
  • Broom Fumana


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Description

Fumana bonapartei (also called Bonaparte's Fumitory, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky outcrops, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Fumana bonapartei 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 bonapartei are yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fumana bonapartei 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 bonapartei

Fumana bonapartei is native to the Mediterranean region.

Fumana bonapartei FAQ

What are the common names of Fumana bonapartei?

Bonaparte's Fumana

What is the natural habitat of Fumana bonapartei?

Tropical forests

What is the average height of Fumana bonapartei?

Up to 1.5 m

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2815172: Based on the initial data import
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Marcel Georges Charles Petitmengin (1881-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Petitm.' in the authors string.