Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
622536

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) H.Perrier

Source:
cmp

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
in Fl. Madag., ed. Humbert Fam. 73, 24 (1950).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621868



Common Names

  • Corrigiola Madagascariensis
  • Madagascar Corrigiola
  • Native Fuchsia


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Synonyms

  • Telephium madagascariense Baker [unknown]

Description

Corrigiola madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Corrigiola, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Madagascar. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in open forests and woodlands. It is found in the northern and eastern parts of the island.

Uses & Benefits

Corrigiola madagascariensis is an attractive, low-growing shrub with a dense, compact growth habit. It is often used as a hedge or in rock gardens. The foliage is attractive and the small, yellow flowers are a bonus.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Corrigiola madagascariensis are yellow in colour and have five petals. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Corrigiola madagascariensis is a perennial plant that is native to Madagascar. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or from seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a greenhouse. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Corrigiola madagascariensis

Corrigiola madagascariensis is found in Madagascar.

Corrigiola madagascariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Corrigiola madagascariensis?

Corrigiola madagascariensis

What are the common names of Corrigiola madagascariensis?

Madagascar Corrigiola

What is the natural habitat of Corrigiola madagascariensis?

It is native to Madagascar

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2738262: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Marie Henry Alfred Perrier de la Bâthie (1873-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Perrier' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.