Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
1303278

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Less.) H.Rob. & V.A.Funk

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Taxon 61(2): 452 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315732



Common Names

  • Distephanus Madagascariensis
  • Madagascariensis
  • Distephanus


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Description

Distephanus madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Distephanus, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Madagascar. It is a small, evergreen shrub that grows in tropical forests. It has dark green leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Distephanus madagascariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Distephanus madagascariensis is yellow and tubular with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Distephanus madagascariensis is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub or small tree. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Distephanus madagascariensis

Distephanus madagascariensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Madagascar.

Distephanus madagascariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Distephanus madagascariensis?

Distephanus madagascariensis

What is the common name of Distephanus madagascariensis?

Madagascar Distephanus

What is the native range of Distephanus madagascariensis?

Madagascar

Species in the Distephanus genus

Distephanus rochonioides, Distephanus angulifolius, Distephanus trinervis, Distephanus glutinosus, Distephanus ochroleucus, Distephanus polygalifolius, Distephanus manambolensis, Distephanus anisochaetoides, Distephanus garnieriana, Distephanus polygalaefolia, Distephanus gazmi, Distephanus biafrae, Distephanus nummulariifolius, Distephanus lastellei, Distephanus qazmi, Distephanus eriophyllus, Distephanus malacophytus, Distephanus capitatus, Distephanus antandroy, Distephanus subluteus, Distephanus angolensis, Distephanus streptocladus, Distephanus henryi, Distephanus mahafaly, Distephanus divaricatus, Distephanus garnierianus, Distephanus majungensis, Distephanus mangokensis, Distephanus glandulicinctus, Distephanus plumosus, Distephanus swinglei, Distephanus cloiselii, Distephanus forrestii, Distephanus populifolius, Distephanus bakeri, Distephanus ambongensis, Distephanus quartziticola, Distephanus madagascariensis, Distephanus inhacensis, Distephanus ibityensis, Distephanus bara, Distephanus capuronii, Distephanus grevei, Distephanus poissonii, Distephanus polytricholepis, Distephanus rhodopappus, Distephanus spiciformis,

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,

References

Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.
Victoria Ann Funk (1947-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Funk' in the authors string.