Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trivialis
ID:
83272

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.O.Karis

Source:
gcc

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 99: 118 (1989) (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000082601

Common Names

  • Common Metalasia
  • Common Metal-aster
  • Common Metalaster

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Description

Metalasia trivialis (also called Common Metalasia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub. It is native to South Africa, and grows in open grasslands, disturbed areas, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Metalasia trivialis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Metalasia trivialis is a small white disc flower with a single row of petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Metalasia trivialis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. Water regularly and fertilize every few weeks during the growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming.

Where to Find Metalasia trivialis

Metalasia trivialis is native to South Africa and can be found in dry, open areas, such as rocky outcrops and hillsides.

Metalasia trivialis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Metalasia trivialis?

Metalasia trivialis

What is the common name of Metalasia trivialis?

Common Metalasia

What is the natural habitat of Metalasia trivialis?

Metalasia trivialis is native to South Africa, where it grows in rocky outcrops and open grasslands.

Species in the Metalasia genus

Metalasia capitata, Metalasia calcicola, Metalasia galpinii, Metalasia muraltiifolia, Metalasia fastigiata, Metalasia quinqueflora, Metalasia dregeana, Metalasia umbelliformis, Metalasia agathosmoides, Metalasia bodkinii, Metalasia rhoderiodes, Metalasia pungens, Metalasia oligocephala, Metalasia erubescens, Metalasia juniperoides, Metalasia divergens, Metalasia cymbifolia, Metalasia montana, Metalasia rogersii, Metalasia alfredii, Metalasia pallida, Metalasia densa, Metalasia humilis, Metalasia serrata, Metalasia erectifolia, Metalasia plicata, Metalasia seriphiifolia, Metalasia brevifolia, Metalasia octoflora, Metalasia acuta, Metalasia tenuis, Metalasia confusa, Metalasia cephalotes, Metalasia tenuifolia, Metalasia tricolor, Metalasia lichtensteinii, Metalasia pulcherrima, Metalasia albescens, Metalasia cephalotes, Metalasia riparia, Metalasia adunca, Metalasia trivialis, Metalasia muricata, Metalasia aurea, Metalasia massonii, Metalasia distans, Metalasia luteola, Metalasia pulchella, Metalasia phillipsii, Metalasia strictifolia,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-39103: Based on the initial data import
Per Ola Karis (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.O.Karis' in the authors string.