Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
perangusta
ID:
809903

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 105: 114 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809237



Common Names

  • Muscarella perangusta
  • Narrow Fan
  • Slender Fan


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Description

Muscarella perangusta (also called Muscarella quinqueseta, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, typically in rocky or sandy soils. It has a basal rosette of long, narrow leaves, and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Muscarella perangusta is used in aromatherapy and as an insect repellent. It is also used in the production of essential oils, which are used in perfumes, soaps, and other products. The leaves of this plant can also be used as a tea, which has a number of medicinal benefits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Muscarella perangusta is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white center. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Muscarella perangusta is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers moist soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. Division can also be done in spring.

Where to Find Muscarella perangusta

Muscarella perangusta is found in Mexico.

Muscarella perangusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Muscarella perangusta?

Muscarella perangusta

What is the family of Muscarella perangusta?

Poaceae

Where is Muscarella perangusta found?

Australia

Species in the Muscarella genus

Muscarella ancora, Muscarella aristata, Muscarella catoxys, Muscarella cestrochila, Muscarella claviculata, Muscarella clavigera, Muscarella coeloglossa, Muscarella corynetes, Muscarella cynocephala, Muscarella delicatula, Muscarella echinodes, Muscarella exesilabia, Muscarella fimbriata, Muscarella fuchsii, Muscarella furcatipetala, Muscarella gongylodes, Muscarella helenae, Muscarella herpestes, Muscarella ichthyonekys, Muscarella infinita, Muscarella intonsa, Muscarella kennedyi, Muscarella latilabris, Muscarella lipothrix, Muscarella llamachoi, Muscarella longilabris, Muscarella macroblepharis, Muscarella marginata, Muscarella megalops, Muscarella oblonga, Muscarella perangusta, Muscarella quinqueseta, Muscarella rojohniii, Muscarella samacensis, Muscarella schudelii, Muscarella semperflorens, Muscarella sibatensis, Muscarella strumosa, Muscarella stumpflei, Muscarella tamboensis, Muscarella tempestalis, Muscarella trullifera, Muscarella tsubotae, Muscarella villosilabia, Muscarella werneri, Muscarella xanthella, Muscarella xyloura, Muscarella zephyrina, Muscarella cabellensis, Muscarella mucronata,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,