Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
malaissei
ID:
40881

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lisowski

Source:
gcc

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 58(3-4): 557 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000040210

Common Names

  • Aspilia malaissei
  • Malaisse's Aspilia
  • African Daisy

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Description

Aspilia malaissei (also called Malaise's aspilia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in moist, sandy soils and in open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Aspilia malaissei is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspilia malaissei has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings have two oval-shaped, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspilia malaissei is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, Aspilia malaissei should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. It prefers full sun and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Aspilia malaissei

Aspilia malaissei is native to Africa, where it can be found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and savannas.

Aspilia malaissei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspilia malaissei?

Aspilia malaissei

What is the common name of Aspilia malaissei?

Malaisse's aspilia

Where is Aspilia malaissei native to?

Central Africa

Species in the Aspilia genus

Aspilia angustifolia, Aspilia helianthoides, Aspilia jugata, Aspilia paraensis, Aspilia mossambicensis, Aspilia elata, Aspilia rugulosa, Aspilia linearis, Aspilia prostrata, Aspilia goiazensis, Aspilia subscandens, Aspilia pohlii, Aspilia hispidantha, Aspilia diniz-cruzeanae, Aspilia duarteana, Aspilia grazielae, Aspilia matogrossensis, Aspilia platyphylla, Aspilia cavalcantei, Aspilia thouarsii, Aspilia bussei, Aspilia belo-horizontinae, Aspilia ioletae, Aspilia eglerii, Aspilia hatschbachii, Aspilia helianthoides, Aspilia pseudoyedaea, Aspilia malaissei, Aspilia itabaianenis, Aspilia bojeri, Aspilia gillettii, Aspilia caudata, Aspilia erosa, Aspilia glaziovii, Aspilia cordifolia, Aspilia latissima, Aspilia rudis, Aspilia kotschyi, Aspilia albuquerquei, Aspilia foliosa, Aspilia espinhacensis, Aspilia rudis, Aspilia pereirae, Aspilia andrade-limae, Aspilia macrorrhiza, Aspilia eckendorffii, Aspilia natalensis, Aspilia ciliata, Aspilia angustifolia, Aspilia foliosa,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

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