Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
compacta
ID:
124830

Status:
valid

Authors:
Zeyh. ex Sch.Bip.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Flora 27(2): 693 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000124159



Common Names

  • Compact Metalasia
  • Compacta Metalasia
  • Compact Silverbush


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Description

Metalasia compacta (also called 'Compact Metalasia', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to southern Africa. It has small, white flowers and a woody stem. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Metalasia compacta is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including digestive issues, skin problems, and respiratory issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Metalasia compacta has small, yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Metalasia compacta can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of dry soils and drought once established.

Where to Find Metalasia compacta

Metalasia compacta is native to South Africa, and can be found in rocky outcrops and mountain slopes.

Metalasia compacta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Metalasia compacta?

Metalasia compacta

What is the common name of Metalasia compacta?

Compact Metalasia

What is the habitat of Metalasia compacta?

It is found in meadows, grasslands, and open forests in South Africa.

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-85271: Based on the initial data import
Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Karl Ludwig Philipp Zeyher (1799-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zeyh.' in the authors string.