Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
visserae
ID:
1415790

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.E.Barnes) Mart.-Azorín, M.Pinter, M.B.Crespo, M.Á.Alonso & Wetschnig

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 334(1): 71. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428255



Common Names

  • Massonia visserae
  • Visser's Massonia
  • Visserae Massonia


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Description

Massonia visserae (also called 'Visser's Massonia', among many other common names) is a small shrub with narrow, evergreen leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Massonia visserae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of herbal medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Massonia visserae has small, white flowers and a long, slender seedpod. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Massonia visserae is a tropical plant that is best grown in a warm, humid climate. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist soil or a rooting medium.

Where to Find Massonia visserae

Massonia visserae can be found in South Africa.

Massonia visserae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Massonia visserae?

Massonia visserae

What is the common name of Massonia visserae?

Visser's Massonia

Where is Massonia visserae native to?

South Africa

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.
P.E. Barnes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.E.Barnes' 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.