Metalasia acuta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuta
ID:
66339
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.O.Karis
Source:
gcc
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 99: 94 (1989) (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000065668
Common Names
- Metalasia Acuta
- Sharp-Leaved Metalasia
- Sharp-Leaved Metalasia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Metalasia acuta (also called Sharp Metalasia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub in the daisy family. It has an upright, spreading habit with yellow flowers and small, narrow leaves. It is native to South Africa, from the Western Cape to KwaZulu-Natal, and is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrub.
Uses & Benefits
Metalasia acuta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, stomach aches, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Metalasia acuta is a yellow, daisy-like flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped leaves with a yellowish-green color.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Metalasia acuta is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed. It is best grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is best to sow the seeds in the spring or early summer and keep them moist until germination. Once established, it requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Metalasia acuta
Metalasia acuta is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.
Metalasia acuta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Metalasia acuta?
Metalasia acuta
What is the natural habitat of Metalasia acuta?
It is found in dry, rocky habitats in South Africa.
What is the conservation status of Metalasia acuta?
It is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
Species in the Metalasia genus
Metalasia capitata, Metalasia calcicola, Metalasia galpinii, Metalasia muraltiifolia, Metalasia fastigiata, Metalasia quinqueflora, Metalasia dregeana, Metalasia umbelliformis, Metalasia agathosmoides, Metalasia bodkinii, Metalasia rhoderiodes, Metalasia pungens, Metalasia oligocephala, Metalasia erubescens, Metalasia juniperoides, Metalasia divergens, Metalasia cymbifolia, Metalasia montana, Metalasia rogersii, Metalasia alfredii, Metalasia pallida, Metalasia densa, Metalasia humilis, Metalasia serrata, Metalasia erectifolia, Metalasia plicata, Metalasia seriphiifolia, Metalasia brevifolia, Metalasia octoflora, Metalasia acuta, Metalasia tenuis, Metalasia confusa, Metalasia cephalotes, Metalasia tenuifolia, Metalasia tricolor, Metalasia lichtensteinii, Metalasia pulcherrima, Metalasia albescens, Metalasia cephalotes, Metalasia riparia, Metalasia adunca, Metalasia trivialis, Metalasia muricata, Metalasia aurea, Metalasia massonii, Metalasia distans, Metalasia luteola, Metalasia pulchella, Metalasia phillipsii, Metalasia strictifolia,
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-22572: Based on the initial data import
Per Ola Karis (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.O.Karis' in the authors string.