Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Pl. Hartw. : 177 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692891
Common Names
- Fuchsia scabriuscula
- Scabrous Fuchsia
- Scabrous Fuchsia
Description
Fuchsia scabriuscula (also called Rough Fuchsia, among many other common names) is a shrub that typically grows up to 2 m (6.5 ft) tall. It is native to Central America, and is found in moist, shady forests. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and bright pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Fuchsia scabriuscula is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a beautiful purple flower and is known to attract hummingbirds and butterflies. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin infections, wounds, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Fuchsia scabriuscula has pink or purple flowers with four petals and four sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fuchsia scabriuscula is a shrub that can be cultivated in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by cuttings or division.
Where to Find Fuchsia scabriuscula
Fuchsia scabriuscula can be found in the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.
Fuchsia scabriuscula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fuchsia scabriuscula?
Fuchsia scabriuscula
What is the common name of Fuchsia scabriuscula?
Scabriuscula Fuchsia
What is the natural habitat of Fuchsia scabriuscula?
Fuchsia scabriuscula is native to the cloud forests of Peru and Ecuador
Species in the Fuchsia genus
Fuchsia aquaviridis,
Fuchsia abrupta,
Fuchsia alpestris,
Fuchsia ampliata,
Fuchsia andrei,
Fuchsia apetala,
Fuchsia arborescens,
Fuchsia austromontana,
Fuchsia ayavacensis,
Fuchsia bacillaris,
Fuchsia boliviana,
Fuchsia bracelinae,
Fuchsia brevilobis,
Fuchsia campii,
Fuchsia campos-portoi,
Fuchsia canescens,
Fuchsia caucana,
Fuchsia ceracea,
Fuchsia cestroides,
Fuchsia chloroloba,
Fuchsia cinerea,
Fuchsia coccinea,
Fuchsia cochabambana,
Fuchsia colensoi,
Fuchsia confertifolia,
Fuchsia coracifolia,
Fuchsia corollata,
Fuchsia corymbiflora,
Fuchsia crassistipula,
Fuchsia cuatrecasasii,
Fuchsia cyrtandroides,
Fuchsia decidua,
Fuchsia decussata,
Fuchsia denticulata,
Fuchsia dependens,
Fuchsia encliandra,
Fuchsia excorticata,
Fuchsia experscandens,
Fuchsia ferreyrae,
Fuchsia fontinalis,
Fuchsia fulgens,
Fuchsia furfuracea,
Fuchsia garleppiana,
Fuchsia gehrigeri,
Fuchsia glaberrima,
Fuchsia glazioviana,
Fuchsia harlingii,
Fuchsia hartwegii,
Fuchsia hatschbachii,
Fuchsia hirtella,
Species in the Onagraceae family
Camissonia bolanderi,
Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum,
Camissonia bairdii,
Camissonia benitensis,
Camissonia breviflora,
Camissonia campestris,
Camissonia contorta,
Camissonia dentata,
Camissonia integrifolia,
Camissonia kernensis,
Camissonia lacustris,
Camissonia ovata,
Camissonia parvula,
Camissonia pubens,
Camissonia pusilla,
Camissonia sierrae,
Camissonia strigulosa,
Camissonia subacaulis,
Camissonia tanacetifolia,
Camissonia contorta,
Camissoniopsis bistorta,
Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia,
Camissoniopsis confusa,
Camissoniopsis guadalupensis,
Camissoniopsis hardhamiae,
Camissoniopsis hirtella,
Camissoniopsis ignota,
Camissoniopsis intermedia,
Camissoniopsis lewisii,
Camissoniopsis luciae,
Camissoniopsis micrantha,
Camissoniopsis pallida,
Camissoniopsis proavita,
Camissoniopsis robusta,
Chylismia atwoodii,
Chylismia confertiflora,
Chylismia eastwoodiae,
Chylismia exilis,
Chylismia megalantha,
Chylismia munzii,
Chylismia specicola,
Chylismia arenaria,
Chylismia brevipes,
Chylismia cardiophylla,
Chylismia claviformis,
Chylismia heterochroma,
Chylismia parryi,
Chylismia scapoidea,
Chylismia walkeri,
Chylismiella pterosperma,