Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ericoides
ID:
693685

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pau

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Exsicc. (Fl. Select.) 1883: n.º 201 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693018



Common Names

  • Fumana ericoides
  • Heath Fumana
  • Needle Fumana


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Synonyms

  • Cistus ericoides Cav. [unknown]
  • Fumana coridifolia (Mill.) Chatenier ex Rouy & Fouc. [unknown]
  • Fumana coridifolia (Vill.) P.Fourn. [unknown]
  • Fumana littoralis Sennen [unknown]
  • Fumana robusta Sennen [unknown]
  • Fumana spachii Gren. & Godr. [unknown]
  • Fumana vulgaris Spach [unknown]
  • Helianthemum coridifolium (Vill.) Cout. [unknown]
  • Helianthemum ericoides Dunal [unknown]
  • Helianthemum spachii K.Koch [unknown]

Description

Fumana ericoides (also called Heath 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 ericoides 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 ericoides 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 ericoides 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 ericoides

Fumana ericoides can be found in the Mediterranean region and parts of the Middle East.

Fumana ericoides FAQ

What are the common names of Fumana ericoides?

Heath-like Fumana

What is the natural habitat of Fumana ericoides?

Tropical forests

What is the average height of Fumana ericoides?

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,

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