Status:
valid
Authors:
(DC. ex Froel.) Sennikov
Source:
gcc
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Komarovia 5(2): 110 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000052092
Common Names
- Faberia silhetensis
- Silhetensis Faberia
- Faberia
Description
Faberia silhetensis (also called Silhetensis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Canary Islands. It has small, white flowers and grows in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate salty soils.
Uses & Benefits
Faberia silhetensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant and as a source of food for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Faberia silhetensis sub. silhetensis
Faberia silhetensis sub. bhutanica (Grierson & Spring.) Sennikov
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Faberia silhetensis has small, yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and thin with bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Faberia silhetensis is a fast-growing, annual herb that is native to India. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings can be taken from the stems and planted in a moist soil. The plants should be kept moist and fertilized regularly.
Where to Find Faberia silhetensis
Faberia silhetensis is found in the Mediterranean region.
Faberia silhetensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Faberia silhetensis?
Faberia silhetensis
What type of plant is Faberia silhetensis?
Herb
What is the habitat of Faberia silhetensis?
Dry deciduous forests
Species in the Faberia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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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,