Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
antandroy
ID:
131993

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 15: 251 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000131322



Common Names

  • Rochonia Antandroy
  • Antandroy Rochonia
  • Antandroy Spiderwort


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Description

Rochonia antandroy (also called 'Antandroy rochonia', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Madagascar. It has a rosette of basal leaves and grows up to 30 cm tall. It has white flowers and prefers dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Rochonia antandroy is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, cold, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rochonia antandroy is white and star-shaped with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedling has a single cotyledon and a long thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rochonia antandroy is a perennial plant that is best propagated by seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Rochonia antandroy

Rochonia antandroy can be found in the dry deciduous forests of Madagascar.

Rochonia antandroy FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rochonia antandroy?

Rochonia antandroy

What is the common name of Rochonia antandroy?

None

What is the family of Rochonia antandroy?

Asteraceae

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,