Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
massonii
ID:
92292

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Moore

Source:
gcc

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 37: 372 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000091621



Common Names

  • Masson's Metalasia
  • Masson's Silverleaf
  • Metalasia Massonii


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Synonyms

  • Metalasia langebergensis T.M.Salter [unknown]

Description

Metalasia massonii (also called Metalasia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to South Africa. It has yellow flowers and needle-like leaves. It grows in rocky soils, along roadsides and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Metalasia massonii is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens, parks, and other outdoor spaces. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Metalasia massonii has white flowers with yellow centres and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Metalasia massonii is a perennial herb that can be propagated through division of the root system. It prefers full sun and moist soil, and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 5-9.

Where to Find Metalasia massonii

Metalasia massonii is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky outcrops and cliffs.

Metalasia massonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Metalasia massonii?

Metalasia massonii

What is the common name of Metalasia massonii?

Masson's Metalasia

What is the natural habitat of Metalasia massonii?

Metalasia massonii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Madagascar.

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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