Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
saboureaui
ID:
83948

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Humbert) G.L.Nesom

Source:
gcc

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 75(1): 98 (1993): (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000083277



Common Names

  • Madagaster saboureaui
  • Saboureau's Madagaster
  • Madagaster Ant


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Synonyms

  • Aster saboureaui Humbert [unknown]

Description

Madagaster saboureaui (also called 'Madagascar saboureaui', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It has large, leathery leaves and grows in moist, shady areas. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Madagaster saboureaui is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Madagaster saboureaui is a yellow-white capitulum. The seed is a small, dark brown achene with a pappus. The seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Madagaster saboureaui is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions.

Where to Find Madagaster saboureaui

Madagaster saboureaui is native to Madagascar and can be found in the northern and eastern parts of the island.

Madagaster saboureaui FAQ

What is the scientific name of Madagaster saboureaui?

Madagaster saboureaui

What is the common name of Madagaster saboureaui?

Madagascar Saboureaui

What is the growth habit of Madagaster saboureaui?

It is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-39765: Based on the initial data import
Guy L. Nesom (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Nesom' in the authors string.
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.