Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
masonae
ID:
615778

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.B.Moore

Source:
cmp

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
Fl. N. Zeal. 1: 211 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000615110



Common Names

  • Colobanthus masonae
  • Mason's Colobanthus
  • Mason's Pearlwort


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Description

Colobanthus masonae (also called Mason's Hairgrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to the Falkland Islands. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is characterized by its tufted growth habit.

Uses & Benefits

Colobanthus masonae is used in traditional medicine for treating fever and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Colobanthus masonae has small, white to pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Colobanthus masonae is a low-growing perennial wildflower native to western North America. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed, which should be sown in the fall or early spring. It can also be propagated by division in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Colobanthus masonae

Colobanthus masonae can be found in Chile and Argentina.

Colobanthus masonae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Colobanthus masonae?

Colobanthus masonae

What is the common name of Colobanthus masonae?

Mason's Colobanthus

Where is Colobanthus masonae found?

Colobanthus masonae is found in the Andes of South America

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

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