Status:
valid
Authors:
(Humbert) G.L.Nesom
Source:
gcc
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 75(1): 98 (1993): (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000009930
Common Names
- Madagascariensis Madagaster
- Madagaster
- Madagascariensis
Description
Madagaster madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Daisy, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It has a branching stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It prefers moist habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Madagaster madagascariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever. It is also used as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Madagaster madagascariensis has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Madagaster madagascariensis is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by taking cuttings in the summer. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in the spring or summer.
Where to Find Madagaster madagascariensis
Madagaster madagascariensis can be found in Madagascar.
Madagaster madagascariensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Madagaster madagascariensis?
Madagaster madagascariensis
What is the natural habitat of Madagaster madagascariensis?
Madagaster madagascariensis is native to Madagascar.
What are the common uses of Madagaster madagascariensis?
Madagaster madagascariensis is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Species in the Madagaster genus
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,