Massonia pygmaea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pygmaea
ID:
690718
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltdl. ex Kunth
Source:
wcs
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. 4: 298 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690051
Common Names
- Massonia Pygmaea
- Pygmaea Fig
- Giant Fig
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Polyxena bakeri T.Durand & Schinz [unknown]
Description
Massonia pygmaea (also called Pygmy Massonia, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen, woody-stemmed, perennial herb native to South Africa. It has glossy, lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. Massonia pygmaea is found in moist, shady habitats, such as grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Massonia pygmaea is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a hedge or windbreak. The leaves are edible and can be used in salads or cooked as a vegetable.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Massonia pygmaea sub. pygmaeaMassonia pygmaea sub. kamiesbergensis U.Müll.-Doblies & D.Müll.-Doblies
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Massonia pygmaea flower is small and white. Its seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
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Massonia pygmaea can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Divisions should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist potting mix. Keep the divisions in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Massonia pygmaea
Massonia pygmaea can be found in South Africa.
Massonia pygmaea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Massonia pygmaea?
Massonia pygmaea
What is the common name of Massonia pygmaea?
Pygmy Massonia
What is the natural habitat of Massonia pygmaea?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-281205: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.