Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
fasciculata
ID:
709104

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Miranda

Source:
cmp

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Bot. México 29: 34 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708437



Common Names

  • Grajalesia fasciculata
  • Fasciculata Grajalesia
  • Fasciculata


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Synonyms

  • Pisonia fasciculata Standl. [unknown]
  • Grajalesia ferruginea Miranda [unknown]

Description

Grajalesia fasciculata (also called Grajalesia fasciculata, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is a perennial herb with white flowers that grows in grasslands in Mexico.

Uses & Benefits

Grajalesia fasciculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grajalesia fasciculata is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grajalesia fasciculata is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, Grajalesia fasciculata should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Grajalesia fasciculata

Grajalesia fasciculata is native to the Caribbean region, including Cuba, Hispaniola, and Puerto Rico.

Grajalesia fasciculata FAQ

What type of plant is Grajalesia fasciculata?

Grajalesia fasciculata is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.

Where is Grajalesia fasciculata found?

Grajalesia fasciculata is native to Mexico.

What is the growth habit of Grajalesia fasciculata?

Grajalesia fasciculata is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.

Species in the Grajalesia genus

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2831600: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Faustino Miranda (1905-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miranda' in the authors string.