Article Nº 1400 Natural-history overview Vol. II · p. 21
Fasciation
Original title: Fasciação
Fasciation, an abnormal flattening and fusing of plant stems, noted in Madeira in Echium plantagineum, Euphorbia exigua, vines and pumpkins.
A teratological phenomenon characterised by the fusing and flattening of the stems or branches of a plant. Fasciation is frequently observed in Echium plantagineum on Porto Santo (‘holy harbour’) and in the specimens of Euphorbia exigua growing between Machico and Água de Pena, and it has also been noted in the vine, in pumpkin plants, etc.
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