Humularia rosea - Uses, Benefits & Care
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valid
Authors:
(De Wild.) P.A.Duvign.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique86: 196 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000175060
Common Names
- Humularia Rosea
- Rose Humularia
- Rose Moss
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- Geissaspis rosea De Wild. [valid]
Description
Humularia rosea (also called Rose Hummingbird Bush, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Fabaceae family. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m in height. It is found in dry, coastal habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Humularia rosea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Humularia rosea var. reptans (Verdc.) Verdc.Humularia rosea var. rosea
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Humularia rosea are small, yellow-green in color, and grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Humularia rosea is a perennial herb that grows in dry, sunny areas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and the plant should be divided into small clumps of 3-4 stems. The clumps should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Humularia rosea
Humularia rosea is found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.
Humularia rosea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Humularia rosea?
Humularia rosea
What is the common name of Humularia rosea?
Rose Humularia
What is the natural habitat of Humularia rosea?
Humularia rosea is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, China, and Africa.
Species in the Humularia genus
Humularia bianoensis, Humularia affinis, Humularia anceps, Humularia apiculata, Humularia bequaertii, Humularia bifoliolata, Humularia callensii, Humularia chevalieri, Humularia ciliatodenticulata, Humularia corbisieri, Humularia descampsii, Humularia drepanocephala, Humularia duvigneaudii, Humularia elegantula, Humularia elisabethvilleana, Humularia kapiriensis, Humularia kassneri, Humularia katangensis, Humularia ledermannii, Humularia magnistipulata, Humularia mendoncae, Humularia meyeri-johannis, Humularia minima, Humularia multifoliolata, Humularia pseudaeschynomene, Humularia renieri, Humularia rosea, Humularia submarginalis, Humularia sudanica, Humularia tenuis, Humularia upembae, Humularia welwitschii, Humularia wittei, Humularia reekmansii, Humularia descampsii,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Paul Auguste Duvigneaud (1913-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.A.Duvign.' in the authors string.
Émile Auguste Joseph De Wildeman (1866-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'De Wild.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Humularia rosea (De Wild.) P.A.Duvign.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.