Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
quinqueseta
ID:
809904

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames) Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 105: 114 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809238

Common Names

  • Muscarella quinqueseta
  • Five-Sided Fan
  • Five-Fingered Fan

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Description

Muscarella quinqueseta (also called Muscarella perangusta, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region and parts of Asia. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, typically in rocky or sandy soils. It has a basal rosette of long, narrow leaves, and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Muscarella quinqueseta is used in aromatherapy and as an insect repellent. It is also used in the production of essential oils, which are used in perfumes, soaps, and other products. The leaves of this plant can also be used as a tea, which has a number of medicinal benefits.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Muscarella quinqueseta is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white center. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Muscarella quinqueseta is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers moist soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or summer. Division can also be done in spring.

Where to Find Muscarella quinqueseta

Muscarella quinqueseta is native to Mexico.

Muscarella quinqueseta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Muscarella quinqueseta?

Muscarella quinqueseta

What is the family of Muscarella quinqueseta?

Poaceae

Where is Muscarella quinqueseta found?

Australia

Species in the Muscarella genus

Muscarella ancora, Muscarella aristata, Muscarella catoxys, Muscarella cestrochila, Muscarella claviculata, Muscarella clavigera, Muscarella coeloglossa, Muscarella corynetes, Muscarella cynocephala, Muscarella delicatula, Muscarella echinodes, Muscarella exesilabia, Muscarella fimbriata, Muscarella fuchsii, Muscarella furcatipetala, Muscarella gongylodes, Muscarella helenae, Muscarella herpestes, Muscarella ichthyonekys, Muscarella infinita, Muscarella intonsa, Muscarella kennedyi, Muscarella latilabris, Muscarella lipothrix, Muscarella llamachoi, Muscarella longilabris, Muscarella macroblepharis, Muscarella marginata, Muscarella megalops, Muscarella oblonga, Muscarella perangusta, Muscarella quinqueseta, Muscarella rojohniii, Muscarella samacensis, Muscarella schudelii, Muscarella semperflorens, Muscarella sibatensis, Muscarella strumosa, Muscarella stumpflei, Muscarella tamboensis, Muscarella tempestalis, Muscarella trullifera, Muscarella tsubotae, Muscarella villosilabia, Muscarella werneri, Muscarella xanthella, Muscarella xyloura, Muscarella zephyrina, Muscarella cabellensis, Muscarella mucronata,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.