Microsteira sclerophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sclerophylla
ID:
450543
Status:
valid
Authors:
Arènes
Source:
ksu
Year:
1945
Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 21: 23 (1945)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449875
Common Names
- Sclerophyllous Microsteira
- Microsteira sclerophylla
- Sclerophyll Microsteira
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microsteira sclerophylla (also called Hard-Leaved Microsteira, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, shrub native to South Africa. It has multiple stems and lanceolate leaves. It grows in dry, sandy soils in temperate and subtropical areas.
Uses & Benefits
Microsteira sclerophylla is an evergreen shrub that is used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a windbreak or to provide shade and privacy.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Microsteira sclerophylla has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Microsteira sclerophylla is a perennial grass that grows in clumps and can reach up to 3 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in spring or fall. Plant the divisions in a potting mix and keep them moist until they are well-rooted.
Where to Find Microsteira sclerophylla
Microsteira sclerophylla is native to Australia and can be found in areas of New South Wales and Queensland.
Microsteira sclerophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microsteira sclerophylla?
Microsteira sclerophylla
What type of plant is Microsteira sclerophylla?
Microsteira sclerophylla is a flowering plant.
Where is Microsteira sclerophylla found?
Microsteira sclerophylla is found in the Mediterranean region.
Species in the Microsteira genus
Microsteira tulearensis, Microsteira sclerophylla, Microsteira besomatensis, Microsteira ampihamensis, Microsteira ambovombensis, Microsteira ambongensis, Microsteira glaucifolia, Microsteira perrieri, Microsteira microcarpa, Microsteira macrophylla, Microsteira ivohibensis, Microsteira humbertii, Microsteira grandiflora, Microsteira brickavillensis, Microsteira glabrifolia, Microsteira firingalavae, Microsteira eriophylla, Microsteira decaryi, Microsteira diotostigma, Microsteira gracilis, Microsteira chorigyna, Microsteira paniculata, Microsteira radamae, Microsteira curtisii, Microsteira axillaris, Microsteira pluriseta, Microsteira floribunda,
Species in the Malpighiaceae family
Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,
References
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:557323-1: Based on the initial data import