Fumana heywoodii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rivas Mart., A.Asensi, Molero Mesa & F.Valle
Source:
cmp
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Rivasgodaya 6: 34 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693031
Common Names
- Fumana heywoodii
- Heywood's Fumana
- Heywood Fumana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Fumana heywoodii (also called Heywood'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 heywoodii 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 heywoodii are yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Fumana heywoodii 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 heywoodii
Fumana heywoodii is native to the Mediterranean region.
Fumana heywoodii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fumana heywoodii?
Fumana heywoodii
What type of plant is Fumana heywoodii?
Shrub
Where is Fumana heywoodii native to?
Mediterranean region
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2815196: Based on the initial data import
Salvador Rivas Martínez (1935-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rivas Mart.' in the authors string.
Alfredo Asensi (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Asensi' in the authors string.
Joaquín Molero Mesa (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molero Mesa' in the authors string.
Francisco Valle (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Valle' in the authors string.