Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
370390

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 17: 60 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000369722



Common Names

  • Morettia Parviflora
  • Small-Flowered Morettia
  • Small-Flowered Starwort


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Synonyms

  • Morettia canescens parviflora (Boiss.) Migahid [unknown]

Description

Morettia parviflora (also called African feather grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Africa. It has thin, light green leaves and grows up to a height of 1-2 feet. It is found in dry, open areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Morettia parviflora is a medicinal plant that is used to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and digestive issues. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties. Additionally, it is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Morettia parviflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seeds are small, dark brown, and triangular in shape. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Morettia parviflora is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or offsets. It can be grown in a pot with well-draining soil, and should be kept in a sunny spot. Water the plant regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. It can also be propagated from seeds, but this is a more difficult process.

Where to Find Morettia parviflora

Morettia parviflora is native to South America and is found in wet habitats, such as marshes and swamps.

Morettia parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Morettia parviflora?

Morettia parviflora

What is the common name of Morettia parviflora?

Small-flowered Flatsedge

What is the habitat of Morettia parviflora?

It is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Species in the Morettia genus

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

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