Description
Anisostachya arida (also called Arid Anisostachya, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Madagascar. It has a basal rosette of linear leaves and small white flowers. It is found in grassland and open woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Anisostachya arida is a medicinal plant used to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anisostachya arida is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals, and the seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.