Froesia gereauana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.V.Schneid. & Zizka
Source:
cmp
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Novon 7: 408 (1997 publ. 1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000692615
Common Names
- Froesia gereauana
- Gereauana Froesia
- Froesia Gereauana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Froesia gereauana (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 gereauana 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 gereauana 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Froesia gereauana 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 gereauana
Froesia gereauana 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 gereauana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Froesia gereauana?
Froesia gereauana
What is the common name of Froesia gereauana?
Gereau's snakecotton
What is the natural habitat of Froesia gereauana?
Grasslands and scrublands
Species in the Froesia genus
Species in the Ochnaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2814787: Based on the initial data import
Julio Valentin Schneider (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.V.Schneid.' in the authors string.
Georg Zizka (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zizka' in the authors string.