Malesherbia fasciculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fasciculata
ID:
450406
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Don
Source:
ksu
Year:
1832
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh New Philos. J. 1831-1832: 206 (1832)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000449738
Common Names
- Fasciculate Malesherbia
- Cheeses
- Garden Cheese
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- Gynopleura fasciculata (D.Don) M.Roem. [unknown]
Description
Malesherbia fasciculata (also called Clustered Malesherbia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with opposite, simple leaves and white flowers. It is native to South America, and is typically found in tropical forests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Malesherbia fasciculata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a food source.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Malesherbia fasciculata var. glandulosa RicardiFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Malesherbia fasciculata is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Malesherbia fasciculata is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by division or by seed.
Where to Find Malesherbia fasciculata
Malesherbia fasciculata can be found in South Africa.
Malesherbia fasciculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Malesherbia fasciculata?
Malesherbia fasciculata
What is the common name of Malesherbia fasciculata?
Clustered Malesherbia
Where is Malesherbia fasciculata found?
Malesherbia fasciculata is found in South Africa
Species in the Malesherbia genus
Malesherbia rugosa, Malesherbia multiflora, Malesherbia fasciculata, Malesherbia obtusa, Malesherbia densiflora, Malesherbia deserticola, Malesherbia haemantha, Malesherbia lactea, Malesherbia linearifolia, Malesherbia lirana, Malesherbia solanoides, Malesherbia tubulosa, Malesherbia turbinea, Malesherbia weberbaueri, Malesherbia ardens, Malesherbia scarlatiflora, Malesherbia angustisecta, Malesherbia auristipulata, Malesherbia campanulata, Malesherbia humilis, Malesherbia lanceolata, Malesherbia paniculata, Malesherbia tenuifolia, Malesherbia tocopillana, Malesherbia splendens, Malesherbia arequipensis, Malesherbia corallina, Malesherbia laraosensis, Malesherbia fatimae,
Species in the Passifloraceae family
Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,
References
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:674544-1: Based on the initial data import