Status:
valid
Authors:
Suess.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 49: 5 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521783
Common Names
- Aerva Madagassica
- Madagassica Aerva
- Madagascar Aerva
Description
Aerva madagassica (also called Madagascar Aerva, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It grows in dry, rocky areas, and is often found in open woodlands, scrublands, and along the edges of roads and paths.
Uses & Benefits
Aerva madagassica is a popular ornamental plant, often used in rock gardens, borders, and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and bright yellow flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aerva madagassica has small, white flowers with a diameter of about 0.5 cm. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings have a single, short stem with small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aerva madagassica is a perennial herb that can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Aerva madagassica
Aerva madagassica is native to Madagascar.
Aerva madagassica FAQ
What is the common name of Aerva madagassica?
Madagascar Vein Aerva
What is the scientific name of Madagascar Vein Aerva?
Aerva madagassica
What is the natural habitat of Aerva madagassica?
Dry forests and woodlands
Species in the Aerva genus
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens,
Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,