Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Anthony
Source:
gcc
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 18: 196 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000020203
Common Names
- Faberia
- Lanceleaf Fleabane
- Lanceleaf Daisy
Description
Faberia lancifolia (also called Lance-Leaved Faberia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody base and grows up to 1 m tall. It is found in rocky habitats, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Faberia lancifolia is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Faberia lancifolia is yellow and daisy-like. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Faberia lancifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It is best planted in spring or fall. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate by division, divide the clumps in spring or fall and replant the divisions in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Faberia lancifolia
Faberia lancifolia can be found in the Canary Islands, Madeira, and the Azores.
Faberia lancifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Faberia lancifolia?
Faberia lancifolia
What type of plant is Faberia lancifolia?
Herb
What is the common name of Faberia lancifolia?
Lanceleaf False Foxglove
Species in the Faberia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,