Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crassiflora
ID:
693280

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pires & Fróes

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Bol. Tecn. Inst. Agron. N. No. 20, 41 (1950).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692613

Common Names

  • Froesia diffusa
  • Diffusa Froesia
  • Froesia Diffusa

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Description

Froesia crassiflora (also called Froesia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Froesia crassiflora is used as a source of food, medicine, and fuel. It can also be used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a source of fiber for rope and paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Froesia crassiflora is small, white and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are thin, upright and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Froesia diffusa is a warm-season perennial grass native to South America. It is typically grown for forage and hay production. It can be propagated by seed, and it is best planted in late spring or early summer in well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some flooding. It is a short-lived perennial and will reseed itself if left undisturbed.

Where to Find Froesia crassiflora

Froesia crassiflora is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.

Froesia crassiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Froesia crassiflora?

Froesia crassiflora

What is the common name of Froesia crassiflora?

Thick-flowered snakecotton

What is the natural habitat of Froesia crassiflora?

Grasslands and scrublands

Species in the Ochnaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2814785: Based on the initial data import
João Murça Pires (1917-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pires' in the authors string.
Ricardo de Lemos Fróes (1891-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fróes' in the authors string.