Status:
valid
Authors:
Aellen & C.C.Towns.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 27: 501 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000684592
Common Names
- Fadenia zygophylloides
- Zygophylloid Fadenia
- Zygophyllous Fadenia
Description
Fadenia zygophylloides (also called Zygophylloid Fadenia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to the Caucasus and Turkey. It grows in rocky places and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Fadenia zygophylloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Fadenia zygophylloides is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fadenia zygophylloides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Fadenia zygophylloides
Fadenia zygophylloides can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Fadenia zygophylloides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fadenia zygophylloides?
Fadenia zygophylloides
What is the common name of Fadenia zygophylloides?
Zygophyllum Fadenia
What is the natural habitat of Fadenia zygophylloides?
It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes
Species in the Fadenia genus
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens,
Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,