Status:
valid
Authors:
U.Müll.-Doblies, J.S.Tang & D.Müll.-Doblies
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 112: 484 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000768328
Common Names
- Fusifilum stoloniferum
- Stoloniferous Fusifilum
- Fusifilum
Description
Fusifilum stoloniferum (also called Stoloniferum Fusifilum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the lily family. It is native to the mountains of Afghanistan, where it grows in rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Fusifilum stoloniferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Fusifilum stoloniferum has small, yellow flowers and its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Fusifilum stoloniferum is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a low-growing plant that spreads by stolons, or runners, and forms dense mats of foliage. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or division of the stolons. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Fusifilum stoloniferum
Fusifilum stoloniferum can be found in South Africa.
Fusifilum stoloniferum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Fusifilum stoloniferum?
Fusifilum stoloniferum
What is the common name of Fusifilum stoloniferum?
Stoloniferous Fusifilum
What is the natural habitat of Fusifilum stoloniferum?
It is native to South Africa
Species in the Fusifilum genus
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,
References
Jing Shan Tang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.S.Tang' in the authors string.