Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
peruviana
ID:
694252

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.E.Fr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 12: 273 (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693585

Common Names

  • Fusaea peruviana
  • Peruvian Fusaea
  • Peruvian Milkvine

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Description

Fusaea peruviana (also called Peruvian Fusaea, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a branched stem, reaching a height of up to 30 cm. It is native to South America, and is commonly found in grasslands, meadows and disturbed soils.

Uses & Benefits

Fusaea peruviana is an attractive ornamental plant that can be used in gardens and flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Fusaea peruviana are white, bell-shaped, and fragrant. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Fusaea peruviana is a perennial herb that is native to Peru. It has small, white flowers and is low-growing. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Fusaea peruviana

Fusaea peruviana is native to Peru.

Fusaea peruviana FAQ

What is the common name of Fusaea peruviana?

Peruvian Fusaea

What is the native range of Fusaea peruviana?

South America

What is the optimal soil type for Fusaea peruviana?

Well-drained, sandy soil

Species in the Fusaea genus

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:106441-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.