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
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.
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,