Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Solanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viscosa
ID:
1022305

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook. & Arn.

Source:
SolanaceaeSource.org

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Bot. Beechey Voy. 36. 1830

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001021643



Common Names

  • Fabiana viscosa
  • Viscosa Fabiana
  • Fabiana Viscous


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Description

Fabiana viscosa (also called Viscous 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 viscosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant indoors. It is also used to make herbal teas and to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Fabiana viscosa has white flowers with yellow centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and slender with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fabiana viscosa can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Fabiana viscosa

Fabiana viscosa can be found in the Andes mountains of Peru, Bolivia, Ecuador, and Colombia.

Species in the Solanaceae family

References

William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
Solanaceae Source record for this taxon: Based on the initial data import