Marianthus angustifolius - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolius
ID:
449002
Status:
valid
Authors:
Putt.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1845
Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1: 200 (1845)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000448334
Common Names
- Marianthus Angustifolius
- Narrow-leaved Marianthus
- Narrow-leaved Water-starwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Marianthus angustifolius (also called Narrow-leaved Marianthus, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, dark green leaves and clusters of white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry grasslands and rocky hillsides.
Uses & Benefits
Marianthus angustifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Marianthus angustifolius has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Marianthus angustifolius is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to South Africa. It is an evergreen species that grows in clumps and can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Marianthus angustifolius
Marianthus angustifolius can be found in Australia and New Zealand.
Marianthus angustifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Marianthus angustifolius?
Marianthus angustifolius
What is the common name of Marianthus angustifolius?
Narrow-leaved marianthus
What is the natural habitat of Marianthus angustifolius?
Coastal and near-coastal areas
Species in the Marianthus genus
Marianthus coerulea-punctatus, Marianthus bignoniaceus, Marianthus angustifolius, Marianthus erubescens, Marianthus parviflorus, Marianthus gracilis, Marianthus sylvaticus, Marianthus dryandra, Marianthus coeruleopunctatus, Marianthus aquilonaris, Marianthus ringens, Marianthus bicolor, Marianthus drummondianus, Marianthus granulatus, Marianthus microphyllus, Marianthus mollis,
Species in the Pittosporaceae family
Auranticarpa edentata, Auranticarpa ilicifolia, Auranticarpa melanosperma, Auranticarpa papyracea, Auranticarpa resinosa, Auranticarpa rhombifolia, Bentleya spinescens, Billardiera coriacea, Billardiera cymosa, Billardiera drummondii, Billardiera floribunda, Billardiera fraseri, Billardiera fusiformis, Billardiera heterophylla, Billardiera laxiflora, Billardiera lehmanniana, Billardiera longiflora, Billardiera macrantha, Billardiera mutabilis, Billardiera nesophila, Billardiera ovalis, Billardiera rubens, Billardiera scandens, Billardiera sericophora, Billardiera speciosa, Billardiera uniflora, Billardiera variifolia, Billardiera venusta, Billardiera versicolor, Billardiera viridiflora, Bursaria calcicola, Bursaria incana, Bursaria longisepala, Bursaria occidentalis, Bursaria reevesii, Bursaria spinosa, Bursaria tenuifolia, Bursaria cayzerae, Cheiranthera borealis, Cheiranthera simplicifolia, Cheiranthera telfordii, Cheiranthera alternifolia, Cheiranthera brevifolia, Cheiranthera filifolia, Cheiranthera linearis, Cheiranthera parviflora, Cheiranthera preissiana, Cheiranthera volubilis, Hymenosporum flavum, Marianthus coerulea-punctatus,
References
Aloys Putterlick (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Putt.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:684327-1: Based on the initial data import