Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
phillipsii
ID:
116961

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
gcc

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bolus Herb. 4: 111 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116290



Common Names

  • Phillipsii Metalasia
  • Metalasia Phillipsii
  • Phillips' Metalasia


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Description

Metalasia phillipsii (also called 'Phillips' Metalasia', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that is native to the mountains of Europe. It has a basal rosette of hairy leaves and produces yellow flowers in summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Metalasia phillipsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Metalasia phillipsii sub. incurva (Pillans) P.O.Karis
Metalasia phillipsii sub. phillipsii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Metalasia phillipsii is white and has five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Metalasia phillipsii is a perennial plant that is best propagated by division. It should be divided in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. The divisions should be planted at a depth of 5-10cm and spaced 30-45cm apart. Water the divisions thoroughly after planting.

Where to Find Metalasia phillipsii

Metalasia phillipsii is native to South Africa.

Metalasia phillipsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Metalasia phillipsii?

Metalasia phillipsii

What type of plant is Metalasia phillipsii?

Metalasia phillipsii is a shrub

Where is Metalasia phillipsii found?

Metalasia phillipsii is found 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-77699: Based on the initial data import
Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.