Description
Thesium malaissei (also called Malaisse's Thesium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 20 cm tall. It is native to Angola, Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, and is found in grassland, savanna, and scrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Thesium malaissei is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Thesium malaissei has small, yellow flowers with four petals and a single style. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Thesium malaissei is a perennial herb that grows in moist soils in open grasslands, woodlands, and along roadsides. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant can be divided into several sections and each section replanted in a new location.
Where to Find Thesium malaissei
Thesium malaissei can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.