Metalasia lichtensteinii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lichtensteinii
ID:
70972
Status:
valid
Authors:
Less.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Syn. Gen. Compos. : 335 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000070301
Common Names
- Silverbush
- Silver Daisy Bush
- Lichtenstein's Silverbush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Metalasia lichtensteinii (also called 'Lichtenstein's Thistle', among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are yellow and tubular.
Uses & Benefits
Metalasia lichtensteinii is a shrub that is often used as a hedge or border plant. It is also used to attract birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Metalasia lichtensteinii is a yellow daisy-like flower, with a yellow center and white petals. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedlings are small, with narrow, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Metalasia lichtensteinii is an evergreen shrub that grows in a variety of soils. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and lightly covered. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Metalasia lichtensteinii
Metalasia lichtensteinii is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.
Metalasia lichtensteinii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Metalasia lichtensteinii?
Metalasia lichtensteinii
What type of plant is Metalasia lichtensteinii?
It is a perennial herbaceous plant.
What is the habitat of Metalasia lichtensteinii?
It is found in dry, rocky habitats 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-27105: Based on the initial data import
Christian Friedrich Lessing (1809-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Less.' in the authors string.