Muschleria angolensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angolensis
ID:
93887
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
gcc
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 52: 89 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000093216
Common Names
- Muschleria angolensis
- Angola Muschleria
- Muschleria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Muschleria angolensis (also called Angola Muschleria, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Africa. It has a slender stem and is covered with small, white flowers. It typically grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Muschleria angolensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Muschleria angolensis has yellow-green flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. Seedlings have a basal rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Muschleria angolensis is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in late summer or early fall in a sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Muschleria angolensis
Muschleria angolensis is native to South America, from Argentina to Peru. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.
Muschleria angolensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Muschleria angolensis?
Muschleria angolensis
What is the natural habitat of Muschleria angolensis?
It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along streams in the Himalayas
What is the flowering period of Muschleria angolensis?
It flowers from July to August
Species in the Muschleria genus
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-49437: Based on the initial data import
Spencer Le Marchant Moore (1850-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Moore' in the authors string.