Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
setulosa
ID:
693951

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
wcs

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 11: 289 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000693284

Common Names

  • Massonia setulosa
  • Setulose Massonia
  • Setulose Onion

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Synonyms

  • Massonia parvifolia Baker [unknown]

Description

Massonia setulosa (also called Bristly Massonia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky outcrops, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Massonia setulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds, as well as a ground cover. It is also used to attract bees and butterflies to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Massonia setulosa has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Massonia setulosa is a perennial plant that is best grown from seed. It can be sown directly in the garden in spring or fall. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation can also be done by division of established clumps in spring or fall.

Where to Find Massonia setulosa

Massonia setulosa can be found in South Africa.

Massonia setulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Massonia setulosa?

Massonia setulosa

What is the common name of Massonia setulosa?

Hairy Massonia

What is the natural habitat of Massonia setulosa?

Dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas

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