Description
Anisostachya betsimisaraka (also called Betsimisaraka Anisostachya, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers, native to Madagascar and found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Anisostachya betsimisaraka is a medicinal plant used to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anisostachya betsimisaraka is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals, and the seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anisostachya betsimisaraka is a perennial grass that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray. It is best grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.