Massonia saniensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saniensis
ID:
1327901
Status:
valid
Authors:
Wetschnig, Mart.-Azorín & M.Pinter
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 173: 185 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340355
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Massonia saniensis (also called the Sani Massonia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial native to South Africa. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Massonia saniensis is an evergreen plant that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves are used for making tea and its roots are used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Massonia saniensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Massonia saniensis is a slow-growing epiphyte that can be cultivated in aquariums or terrariums. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizome or by separating the leaves from the rhizome and planting them in a substrate. It prefers a nutrient-rich substrate and should be kept in a shaded area.
Where to Find Massonia saniensis
Massonia saniensis is native to the Eastern Cape of South Africa.
Massonia saniensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Massonia saniensis?
Massonia saniensis
What is the natural habitat of Massonia saniensis?
It is native to South Africa.
What is the water temperature range for Massonia saniensis?
It prefers temperatures between 68°F and 82°F (20-28°C).
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,
References
Wolfgang Wetschnig (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wetschnig' in the authors string.
Mario Martínez-Azorín (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.-Azorín' in the authors string.
Michael Pinter: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Pinter' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77141819-1: Based on the initial data import