Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
squamosa
ID:
685253

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gürke) P.J.Braun & Esteves

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
in Kakteen And. Sukk. 40: 199. 1989.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000684586

Common Names

  • Facheiroa squamosa
  • Squamosa Facheiroa
  • Facheiroa Squamosa

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Synonyms

  • Leocereus squamosus (Gürke) Werderm. [unknown]
  • Zehntnerella squamulosa (Gürke) Britton & Rose [unknown]
  • Zehntnerella chaetacantha montealtoi F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Cereus squamosus Gürke [unknown]
  • Facheiroa braunii Esteves [unknown]
  • Facheiroa chaetacantha montealtoi (F.Ritter) P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]
  • Facheiroa squamosa polygona (F.Ritter) P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]
  • Facheiroa squamosa polygona (F.Ritter) P.J.Braun & Esteves [unknown]
  • Zehntnerella polygona F.Ritter [unknown]
  • Facheiroa deinacanthus Rauh ex Innes & Glass [invalid]

Description

Facheiroa squamosa (also called Scaly Facheiroa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to the Caucasus and Turkey. It grows in rocky places and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Facheiroa squamosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Facheiroa squamosa sub. squamosa
Facheiroa squamosa sub. chaetacantha

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Facheiroa squamosa is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Facheiroa squamosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Facheiroa squamosa

Facheiroa squamosa can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Facheiroa squamosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Facheiroa squamosa?

Facheiroa squamosa

What is the common name of Facheiroa squamosa?

Scaly Facheiroa

What is the natural habitat of Facheiroa squamosa?

It is native to Chile and is found in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes

Species in the Facheiroa 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

Robert Louis August Maximilian Gürke (1854-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gürke' in the authors string.
Pierre Josef Braun (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Braun' in the authors string.
Eddie Esteves Pereira (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Esteves' in the authors string.