Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cymbifolia
ID:
31639

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 3: 267 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000030968



Common Names

  • Metalasia cymbifolia
  • Cushion Bush
  • Cushion Bush Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Metalasia decora L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Metalasia cymbifolia (also called Cymbiform Metalasia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of up to 2 m. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral. It has white flowers with five petals and glossy, dark green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Metalasia cymbifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Metalasia cymbifolia is a yellow-orange color and is about 1 cm wide. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a yellow-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Metalasia cymbifolia is a perennial plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed, and it prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can also be propagated by division or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Metalasia cymbifolia

Metalasia cymbifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Metalasia cymbifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Metalasia cymbifolia?

Metalasia cymbifolia

What is the natural habitat of Metalasia cymbifolia?

Mountainous regions of South Africa

What is the flowering period of Metalasia cymbifolia?

Summer

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,

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