Status:
valid
Authors:
Balf.f.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 16: 15 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000034966
Common Names
- Psiadia rodriguesiana
- Rodrigues Psiadia
- Rodrigues Psiadia
Description
Psiadia rodriguesiana (also called Rodrigues Psiadia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to the Mascarene Islands and is found in tropical moist forests.
Uses & Benefits
Psiadia rodriguesiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psiadia rodriguesiana has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The seed heads are small and brown. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psiadia rodriguesiana is a perennial plant that is best propagated from seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. The seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil. They should be kept moist until they have rooted.
Where to Find Psiadia rodriguesiana
Psiadia rodriguesiana is native to the Indian Ocean and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Psiadia rodriguesiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psiadia rodriguesiana?
Psiadia rodriguesiana
What is the natural habitat of Psiadia rodriguesiana?
Psiadia rodriguesiana is found in Madagascar.
What is the flowering period of Psiadia rodriguesiana?
Psiadia rodriguesiana flowers from July to October.
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,