Status:
valid
Authors:
Magee & J.C.Manning
Source:
ipni
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 76(2): 280 (fig. 1, map) (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331667
Common Names
- Marasmodes schlechteri
- Schlechter's Marasmodes
- Marasmodes schlechter
Description
Marasmodes schlechteri (also called Schlechter's marasmodes, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Marasmodes schlechteri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks and is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Marasmodes schlechteri has yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seeds are small and black, with a diameter of 0.5-1 mm. The seedlings are small and green, with a height of 1-2 cm.
Cultivation and Propagation
Marasmodes schlechteri is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It should be planted in well-draining soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring and summer.
Where to Find Marasmodes schlechteri
Marasmodes schlechteri can be found in the Schlechter Mountains of Germany.
Marasmodes schlechteri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Marasmodes schlechteri?
Marasmodes schlechteri
What is the common name of Marasmodes schlechteri?
Schlechter's Marasmodes
What is the family of Marasmodes schlechteri?
Orchidaceae
Species in the Marasmodes genus
Marasmodes dummeri,
Marasmodes oligocephala,
Marasmodes polycephala,
Marasmodes undulata,
Marasmodes polycephalus,
Marasmodes trifida,
Marasmodes beyersiana,
Marasmodes spinosa,
Marasmodes reflexa,
Marasmodes fasciculata,
Marasmodes oubinae,
Marasmodes macrocephala,
Marasmodes defoliata,
Marasmodes schlechteri,
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
Anthony R. Magee: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magee' in the authors string.