Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
juniperoides
ID:
30303

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pillans

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 20: 74 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000029632



Common Names

  • Metalasia juniperoides
  • Juniperoides Metalasia
  • Juniper Bush


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Description

Metalasia juniperoides (also called Juniper-leaved Metalasia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with evergreen leaves and small yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky outcrops, scrubland and grassland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Metalasia juniperoides is used in landscaping and is a popular ornamental plant. It is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Metalasia juniperoides is a yellow-orange disc floret surrounded by a ring of yellow ray florets. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Metalasia juniperoides is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and dry, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a warm, dry climate and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept dry until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall, with the divisions planted in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Metalasia juniperoides

Metalasia juniperoides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Metalasia juniperoides FAQ

What is Metalasia juniperoides?

Metalasia juniperoides is a species of evergreen shrub in the family Cupressaceae

Where is Metalasia juniperoides native to?

Metalasia juniperoides is native to South Africa

What type of soil does Metalasia juniperoides prefer?

Metalasia juniperoides prefers well-drained, sandy soils

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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