Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
mackeei
ID:
1322243

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Schmid

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 34: 290 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334697

Common Names

  • Tapeinosperma mackeei
  • Mackee's Tapeinosperma
  • Mackee's Tapeinosperma

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Description

Tapeinosperma mackeei (also called 'Mackee's Tapeinosperma', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Madagascar. It grows to a height of 3-4 feet and has a spread of 1-2 feet. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Tapeinosperma mackeei is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscaping. It has also been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tapeinosperma mackeei has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapeinosperma mackeei is a hardy, evergreen perennial that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. To propagate by division, dig up the clumps of the plant and divide them into smaller clumps. Replant the divided clumps in a sunny or partially shaded location. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a pot filled with moist soil. Place the pot in a warm, sunny location and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate in 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Tapeinosperma mackeei

Tapeinosperma mackeei is native to Australia and can be found in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Tapeinosperma mackeei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapeinosperma mackeei?

Tapeinosperma mackeei

What is the common name of Tapeinosperma mackeei?

Mackee's Tapeinosperma

What is the family of Tapeinosperma mackeei?

Asteraceae

Species in the Tapeinosperma genus

Tapeinosperma acutangulum, Tapeinosperma canalense, Tapeinosperma campanula, Tapeinosperma borneense, Tapeinosperma babucense, Tapeinosperma aragoense, Tapeinosperma ampliflorum, Tapeinosperma amplexicaule, Tapeinosperma alatum, Tapeinosperma chloranthum, Tapeinosperma amosense, Tapeinosperma capitatum, Tapeinosperma robustum, Tapeinosperma pulchellum, Tapeinosperma psaladense, Tapeinosperma rubriscapum, Tapeinosperma pauciflorum, Tapeinosperma pancheri, Tapeinosperma pachycaulum, Tapeinosperma oblongifolium, Tapeinosperma nitidum, Tapeinosperma netor, Tapeinosperma nectandroides, Tapeinosperma multipunctatum, Tapeinosperma wagapense, Tapeinosperma rubidum, Tapeinosperma whitei, Tapeinosperma ligulifolium, Tapeinosperma vieillardii, Tapeinosperma vestitum, Tapeinosperma tenue, Tapeinosperma squarrosum, Tapeinosperma sessilifolium, Tapeinosperma scrobiculatum, Tapeinosperma schlechteri, Tapeinosperma commutatum, Tapeinosperma colnettianum, Tapeinosperma clethroides, Tapeinosperma clavatum, Tapeinosperma minutum, Tapeinosperma cuspidatum, Tapeinosperma grandiflorum, Tapeinosperma lenormandii, Tapeinosperma lecardii, Tapeinosperma laurifolium, Tapeinosperma laeve, Tapeinosperma koghiense, Tapeinosperma kajewskii, Tapeinosperma greenwoodii, Tapeinosperma cristobalense,

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

Maurice Schmid (1922-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Schmid' in the authors string.