Status:
valid
Authors:
(Humbert) Humbert
Source:
gcc
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Fl. Madagasc. 189: 275 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000016992
Common Names
- Marojejy Psiadia
- Marojejy Daisy
- Marojejy Aster
Synonyms
- Psiadia leucophylla marojejyensis Humbert [unknown]
Description
Psiadia marojejyensis (also called Marojejy aster, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers. It is native to Madagascar and is found in humid montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Psiadia marojejyensis is used as a medicinal plant and for ornamental purposes. It is also used as a food source for livestock and wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psiadia marojejyensis has yellow-green flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small and black, with a diameter of 1-2 mm. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psiadia marojejyensis is a perennial shrub that prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or autumn and planted in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Psiadia marojejyensis
Psiadia marojejyensis is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family Asteraceae. It is found in Madagascar.
Psiadia marojejyensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psiadia marojejyensis?
Psiadia marojejyensis
What type of plant is Psiadia marojejyensis?
Tree
Where does Psiadia marojejyensis grow?
Madagascar
Species in the Psiadia genus
Psiadia anchusifolia,
Psiadia boivinii,
Psiadia lucida,
Psiadia hispida,
Psiadia nigrescens,
Psiadia terebinthina,
Psiadia minor,
Psiadia tardieuana,
Psiadia dracaenifolia,
Psiadia vernicosa,
Psiadia marojejyensis,
Psiadia schweinfurthii,
Psiadia penninervia,
Psiadia laurifolia,
Psiadia serrata,
Psiadia altissima,
Psiadia arguta,
Psiadia rivalsii,
Psiadia grandidentata,
Psiadia mauritiana,
Psiadia tsaratananensis,
Psiadia depauperata,
Psiadia rodriguesiana,
Psiadia ceylanica,
Psiadia argentea,
Psiadia pseudonigrescens,
Psiadia salaziana,
Psiadia pollicina,
Psiadia punctulata,
Psiadia alticola,
Psiadia tanala,
Psiadia amygdalina,
Psiadia pascalii,
Psiadia mollissima,
Psiadia quartziticola,
Psiadia agathaeoides,
Psiadia callocephala,
Psiadia sericea,
Psiadia godotiana,
Psiadia vestita,
Psiadia cacuminum,
Psiadia angustifolia,
Psiadia decaryi,
Psiadia dentata,
Psiadia montana,
Psiadia altissima,
Psiadia dimorpha,
Psiadia insignis,
Psiadia viscosa,
Psiadia melastomatoides,
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,