Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
citrina
ID:
1317221

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Pinter, Deutsch, U.Müll.-Doblies & D.Müll.-Doblies

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 112: 52 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329675



Common Names

  • Massonia
  • Citrina
  • Massonia Citrina


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Description

Massonia citrina (also called Massonia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It grows in moist, shady places and has small, oblong-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Massonia citrina is used as a garden ornamental and is often grown in rock gardens. It is also used as a ground cover and is known for its drought tolerance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Massonia citrina has bright yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Massonia citrina is a fast-growing, perennial aquatic plant that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of pH levels and can be grown in water up to 6 inches deep.

Where to Find Massonia citrina

Massonia citrina can be found in South Africa.

Massonia citrina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Massonia citrina?

Massonia citrina

What is the common name of Massonia citrina?

Citrine Massonia

What type of plant is Massonia citrina?

Herbaceous plant

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

Dietrich Müller-Doblies (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Müll.-Doblies' in the authors string.
Ute Müller-Doblies (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'U.Müll.-Doblies' in the authors string.
Michael Pinter: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Pinter' in the authors string.
Gerfried Deutsch: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Deutsch' in the authors string.