Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
francescae
ID:
599975

Status:
valid

Authors:
Halda, Malina & Panar.

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
in Acta Mus. Richnov., Sect. Nat. 10(2): 151. 2003.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000599307

Common Names

  • Chamaebivia francescae
  • Francescae Chamaebivia
  • Francescae Chamaevivia

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Description

Chamaebivia francescae (also called Francesca's Chamaebivia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with white-veined leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Mexico, Guatemala, and El Salvador and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chamaebivia francescae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various skin and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chamaebivia francescae has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chamaebivia francescae is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m (13 ft) in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Chamaebivia francescae

Chamaebivia francescae can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Chamaebivia francescae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chamaebivia francescae?

Chamaebivia francescae

What are the common names of Chamaebivia francescae?

Francesca's Chamaebivia

What is the natural habitat of Chamaebivia francescae?

Found in Mexico in dry grasslands and rocky slopes

Species in the Chamaebivia genus

Species in the Cactaceae family

Acanthocalycium glaucum, Acanthocalycium spiniflorum, Acanthocalycium thionanthum, Acanthocalycium leucanthum, Acanthocalycium rhodotrichum, Acanthocalycium klimpelianum, Acanthocereus chiapensis, Acanthocereus tetragonus, Acanthocereus guatemalensis, Acanthocereus maculatus, Acanthocereus canoensis, Acanthocereus castellae, Acanthocereus cuixmalensis, Acanthocereus fosterianus, Acanthocereus haackeanus, Acanthocereus hesperius, Acanthocereus hirschtianus, Acanthocereus macdougallii, Acanthocereus oaxacensis, Acanthocereus paradoxus, Acanthocereus rosei, Acanthocereus tepalcatepecanus, Acanthocereus atropurpureus, Acharagma aguirreanum, Acharagma roseanum, Airampoa albisaetacens, Airampoa armata, Airampoa ayrampo, Airampoa boliviensis, Airampoa cedergreniana, Airampoa chilensis, Airampoa corrugata, Airampoa erectoclada, Airampoa ianthinantha, Airampoa microdisca, Airampoa minuscula, Airampoa orurensis, Airampoa panellana, Airampoa picardoi, Airampoa silvestris, Airampoa tilcarensis, Aporepiphyllum freiburgensis, Aporocactus flagelliformis, Aporocactus martianus, Aporocactus moennighoffii, Aporocactus knebelii, Aporoheliocereus smithianus, Ariocarpus agavoides, Ariocarpus bravoanus, Ariocarpus drabi,

References

Josef Jakob Halda (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halda' in the authors string.
Paolo Panarotto: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Panar.' in the authors string.
Miroslav Malina: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malina' in the authors string.