Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
madagascariense
ID:
122744

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 15: 256 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122073



Common Names

  • Chrysogonum madagascariense
  • Madagascar Goldenstar
  • Goldenstar


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Description

Chrysogonum madagascariense (also called Madagascar Star-flower, among many other common names) is an evergreen herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It has a creeping stem and yellow flowers. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chrysogonum madagascariense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive issues, fever, and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chrysogonum madagascariense is a small white flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chrysogonum madagascariense is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of dry conditions and can be grown in a variety of soils. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or autumn in a cold frame.

Where to Find Chrysogonum madagascariense

Chrysogonum madagascariense can be found in Madagascar.

Chrysogonum madagascariense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chrysogonum madagascariense?

Chrysogonum madagascariense

What is the common name of Chrysogonum madagascariense?

Madagascar Chrysogonum

What is the family of Chrysogonum madagascariense?

Asteraceae

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,