Status:
valid
Authors:
L.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1782
Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. 193. 1782 [1781 publ. Apr 1782]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000691001
Common Names
- Massonia angustifolia
- Narrow-leaved Massonia
- Narrow-leaf Massonia
Synonyms
- Massonia lanceolata Thunb. [unknown]
- Neobakeria angustifolia (L.f.) Schltr. [unknown]
- Polyxena angustifolia (L.f.) Baker [unknown]
- Daubenya angustifolia (L.f.) A.M.van der Merwe & J.C.Manning [unknown]
Description
Massonia angustifolia (also called Angustifolia, among many other common names) is a perennial, herbaceous plant with small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in dry, sunny areas.
Uses & Benefits
Massonia angustifolia is used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Massonia angustifolia has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin stems and small, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Massonia angustifolia is a small perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate through division or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best propagated by division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Massonia angustifolia
Massonia angustifolia can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Massonia angustifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Massonia angustifolia?
Massonia angustifolia
What is the common name of Massonia angustifolia?
Narrow-leaved Massonia
What is the family of Massonia angustifolia?
Asparagaceae
Species in the Massonia genus
Massonia echinata,
Massonia jasminiflora,
Massonia hirsuta,
Massonia calvata,
Massonia longipes,
Massonia depressa,
Massonia latebrosa,
Massonia pygmaea,
Massonia pustulata,
Massonia angustifolia,
Massonia tenella,
Massonia setulosa,
Massonia etesionamibensis,
Massonia wittebergensis,
Massonia sempervirens,
Massonia citrina,
Massonia mimetica,
Massonia saniensis,
Massonia obermeyerae,
Massonia bakeriana,
Massonia roggeveldensis,
Massonia pseudoechinata,
Massonia thunbergiana,
Massonia gypsicola,
Massonia inaequalis,
Massonia villosa,
Massonia sessiliflora,
Massonia luteovirens,
Massonia visserae,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,