Massonia gypsicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gypsicola
ID:
1408447
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mart.-Azorín, M.Pinter, M.B.Crespo, M.Á.Alonso & Wetschnig
Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 308(1): 147. 2017 [2 Jun 2017] [epublished]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001420911
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Massonia gypsicola (also called Gypsum Massonia, among many other common names) is a small, succulent plant native to South Africa. It grows up to 20 cm tall and has small, fleshy leaves. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Massonia gypsicola is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Massonia gypsicola has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centres and long, thin leaves. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin leaves and white flowers.
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Massonia gypsicola is a perennial that is best grown from seed. Sow the seed in a sunny location in well-drained soil. The seed should be sown in the spring and the plants will bloom in the summer. The plants should be divided every few years to keep them healthy.
Where to Find Massonia gypsicola
Massonia gypsicola can be found in South Africa, Lesotho, and Swaziland.
Massonia gypsicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Massonia gypsicola?
Massonia gypsicola
What is the common name of Massonia gypsicola?
Massonia
Where is Massonia gypsicola native to?
South Africa
Species in the Massonia genus
Massonia echinata, Massonia jasminiflora, Massonia hirsuta, Massonia calvata, Massonia longipes, Massonia depressa, Massonia latebrosa, Massonia pygmaea, Massonia pustulata, Massonia angustifolia, Massonia tenella, Massonia setulosa, Massonia etesionamibensis, Massonia wittebergensis, Massonia sempervirens, Massonia citrina, Massonia mimetica, Massonia saniensis, Massonia obermeyerae, Massonia bakeriana, Massonia roggeveldensis, Massonia pseudoechinata, Massonia thunbergiana, Massonia gypsicola, Massonia inaequalis, Massonia villosa, Massonia sessiliflora, Massonia luteovirens, Massonia visserae,
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
Manuel-Benito Crespo (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.B.Crespo' in the authors string.
Wolfgang Wetschnig (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wetschnig' in the authors string.
Mario Martínez-Azorín (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.-Azorín' in the authors string.
Michael Pinter: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Pinter' in the authors string.