Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robusta
ID:
1324572

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Zinnecker) J.C.Manning & Goldblatt

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Strelitzia 29: 799 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337026



Common Names

  • Mairia Robusta
  • Robust Mairia
  • Robust Mairia Plant


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Description

Mairia robusta (also called 'Robust Mairia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is a shrub or small tree with a spreading habit, growing up to 5 meters tall. It is native to the temperate regions of South Africa, and is found in lowland forests, savannas, and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mairia robusta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mairia robusta has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are slender and have long stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mairia robusta is a shrub native to South Africa. It grows to a height of about 3 feet and has small, white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Mairia robusta

Mairia robusta is native to Brazil and can be found in the tropical rainforests of the region.

Mairia robusta FAQ

What are the common names of Mairia robusta?

Mairia robusta is commonly known as the Robust Mairia.

What is the growth rate of Mairia robusta?

Mairia robusta has a slow to moderate growth rate.

What kind of soil does Mairia robusta prefer?

Mairia robusta prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

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

Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
Ursula Zinnecker: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zinnecker' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.