Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Species:
madagascariensis
ID:
669193

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Danguy) Lorence

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 72: 85 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000668525

Common Names

  • Madagascar Ephippiandra
  • Madagascar Star-grass
  • Madagascar Star-lily

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Synonyms

  • Hedycaryopsis madagascariensis Danguy [unknown]

Description

Ephippiandra madagascariensis (also called Madagascar Ephippiandra, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Madagascar. It has small, white flowers and narrow, pointed leaves. It is found in heathlands, woodlands, and wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ephippiandra madagascariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ephippiandra madagascariensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ephippiandra madagascariensis is a hardy shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, from sandy to clay, and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Ephippiandra madagascariensis

Ephippiandra madagascariensis can be found in Madagascar.

Ephippiandra madagascariensis FAQ

What is the common name of Ephippiandra madagascariensis?

Madagascan star-grass

What are the flower colors of Ephippiandra madagascariensis?

Yellow

What is the natural habitat of Ephippiandra madagascariensis?

Grassland and open woodland

Species in the Monimiaceae family

Austromatthaea elegans, Carnegieodoxa eximia, Decarydendron helenae, Decarydendron lamii, Decarydendron perrieri, Decarydendron ranomafanense, Ephippiandra domatiata, Ephippiandra madagascariensis, Ephippiandra masoalensis, Ephippiandra microphylla, Ephippiandra myrtoidea, Ephippiandra perrieri, Ephippiandra tsaratanensis, Faika villosa, Grazielanthus arkeocarpus, Hedycarya alternifolia, Hedycarya angustifolia, Hedycarya aragoensis, Hedycarya arborea, Hedycarya badaunii, Hedycarya chrysophylla, Hedycarya cupulata, Hedycarya denticulata, Hedycarya dorstenioides, Hedycarya engleriana, Hedycarya erythrocarpa, Hedycarya loxocarya, Hedycarya neoebudica, Hedycarya parvifolia, Hedycarya perbracteolata, Hedycarya rivularis, Hedycarya symplocoides, Hedycarya baudouinii, Hemmantia webbii, Hennecartia omphalandra, Hortonia floribunda, Hortonia ovalifolia, Hortonia angustifolia, Kairoa suberosa, Kairoa endressiana, Kairoa villosa, Kairoa cromeana, Kibara royenii, Kibara roemeri, Kibara rosselensis, Kibara shungolensis, Kibara sleumeri, Kibara sudestensis, Kibara warenensis, Kibara versteeghii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2789894: Based on the initial data import
Paul Auguste Danguy (1862-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Danguy' in the authors string.
David H. Lorence (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lorence' in the authors string.