Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
formosa
ID:
1322230

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bengtson & P.O.Karis

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 84: 73 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334684



Common Names

  • Metalasia formosa
  • Beautiful Metalasia
  • Beautiful Metalasia


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Description

Metalasia formosa (also called 'Beautiful Metalasia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It grows to a height of 3-4 feet and has a spread of 1-2 feet. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Metalasia formosa is a flowering plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive blue flowers. It is also used as an ornamental plant in flower beds and borders. The leaves of the plant can also be used as a herbal remedy for treating digestive issues such as indigestion and nausea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Metalasia formosa has a small, white flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Metalasia formosa is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate by division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Metalasia formosa

Metalasia formosa is native to Australia and can be found in dry woodlands, grasslands, and open forests.

Metalasia formosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Metalasia formosa?

Metalasia formosa

What is the common name of Metalasia formosa?

Formosa Bush

What is the natural habitat of Metalasia formosa?

Grassy slopes and meadows

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

Per Ola Karis (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.O.Karis' in the authors string.
Annika Bengtson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bengtson' in the authors string.