Status:
valid
Authors:
Jacq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1791
Citation Micro:
Collectanea 4: 177 (1791)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000690213
Common Names
- Massonia pustulata
- Pustulata Massonia
- Pustulate Massonia
Description
Massonia pustulata (also called Pustulate Massonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to South Africa. It is found in rocky outcrops and grassland.
Uses & Benefits
Massonia pustulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Massonia pustulata is a small, white, star-shaped flower. Its seed is a small, round, black seed. Its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Massonia pustulata is a tropical tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing tree that can reach heights of up to 40 feet. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by air layering or cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of branches in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Massonia pustulata
Massonia pustulata is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and rocky slopes.
Massonia pustulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Massonia pustulata?
Massonia pustulata
Where is Massonia pustulata found?
Massonia pustulata is found in South Africa.
What type of environment does Massonia pustulata prefer?
Massonia pustulata prefers dry, arid climates and sandy soil.
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,