Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
foliosa
ID:
1022270

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Speg.) S.C.Arroyo

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Hickenia 1(10): 53. 1976

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001021608



Common Names

  • Fabiana foliosa
  • Foliosa Fabiana
  • Fabiana Leafy


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Description

Fabiana foliosa (also called Leafy Fabiana, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a low-growing habit and its stems are covered with dense white hairs. It is found in dry open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Fabiana foliosa is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fabiana foliosa has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fabiana foliosa is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, bright location until the cutting has rooted.

Where to Find Fabiana foliosa

Fabiana foliosa can be found in the Andes mountains of South America.

Species in the Solanaceae family

References

Carlos Luigi Spegazzini (1858-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Speg.' in the authors string.
Silvia C. Arroyo (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.C.Arroyo' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import