Metalasia strictifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
strictifolia
ID:
117074
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bolus
Source:
gcc
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Trans. S. African Philos. Soc. xvi. 384 (1906).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000116403
Common Names
- Silver Bush
- Silver-leaf Metalasia
- Strict Silver Bush
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Metalasia strictifolia (also called Strict-leaved Metalasia, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to South Africa. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in disturbed soils and is often found in fields and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Metalasia strictifolia is an ornamental plant that can be used to add texture and color to gardens. It is also used to provide habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Metalasia strictifolia has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Metalasia strictifolia is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and is drought tolerant. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Metalasia strictifolia
Metalasia strictifolia can be found in South Africa.
Metalasia strictifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Metalasia strictifolia?
Metalasia strictifolia
What are the common names of Metalasia strictifolia?
Strict-Leaf Metalasia, Strict-Leaved Metalasia
Where is Metalasia strictifolia native to?
Metalasia strictifolia is native to 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-77808: Based on the initial data import
Harry Bolus (1834-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bolus' in the authors string.