Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Species:
melanthera
ID:
1323807

Status:
valid

Authors:
Goldblatt & J.C.Manning

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
S. African J. Bot. 87: 22 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336261

Common Names

  • Geissorhiza melanthera
  • Dark-stamened Geissorhiza
  • Dark-stamened Star-of-Bethlehem

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Description

Geissorhiza melanthera (also called Black-eyed Susan, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody rootstock and linear leaves with a black spot at the base. It grows in grasslands, open woodlands and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Geissorhiza melanthera is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic properties. It is also used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Geissorhiza melanthera has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Geissorhiza melanthera is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn and to keep the soil moist. The seedlings should be thinned out once they are established.

Where to Find Geissorhiza melanthera

Geissorhiza melanthera is native to South Africa. It can be found in dry and rocky areas.

Geissorhiza melanthera FAQ

What is the common name of Geissorhiza melanthera?

Melanter Geissorhiza

What is the optimal temperature for Geissorhiza melanthera?

Between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the optimal humidity for Geissorhiza melanthera?

50-70%

Species in the Geissorhiza genus

Geissorhiza alticola, Geissorhiza arenicola, Geissorhiza aspera, Geissorhiza barkerae, Geissorhiza bolusii, Geissorhiza bonae-spei, Geissorhiza bracteata, Geissorhiza brehmii, Geissorhiza brevituba, Geissorhiza bryicola, Geissorhiza burchellii, Geissorhiza callista, Geissorhiza cataractarum, Geissorhiza cedarmontana, Geissorhiza ciliatula, Geissorhiza confusa, Geissorhiza corrugata, Geissorhiza darlingensis, Geissorhiza delicatula, Geissorhiza divaricata, Geissorhiza elsiae, Geissorhiza erubescens, Geissorhiza esterhuyseniae, Geissorhiza eurystigma, Geissorhiza exscapa, Geissorhiza foliosa, Geissorhiza fourcadei, Geissorhiza furva, Geissorhiza geminata, Geissorhiza grandiflora, Geissorhiza hesperanthoides, Geissorhiza heterostyla, Geissorhiza hispidula, Geissorhiza humilis, Geissorhiza imbricata, Geissorhiza inaequalis, Geissorhiza inconspicua, Geissorhiza inflexa, Geissorhiza intermedia, Geissorhiza ixioides, Geissorhiza juncea, Geissorhiza kamiesmontana, Geissorhiza karooica, Geissorhiza leipoldtii, Geissorhiza lithicola, Geissorhiza longifolia, Geissorhiza louisabolusae, Geissorhiza malmesburiensis, Geissorhiza mathewsii, Geissorhiza minuta,

Species in the Iridaceae family

Alophia drummondii, Alophia intermedia, Alophia medusa, Alophia silvestris, Alophia veracruzana, Aristea abyssinica, Aristea africana, Aristea alata, Aristea anceps, Aristea angolensis, Aristea angustifolia, Aristea bakeri, Aristea bequaertii, Aristea biflora, Aristea cantharophila, Aristea capitata, Aristea cladocarpa, Aristea compressa, Aristea cuspidata, Aristea dichotoma, Aristea djalonis, Aristea ecklonii, Aristea fimbriata, Aristea flexicaulis, Aristea galpinii, Aristea glauca, Aristea goetzei, Aristea grandis, Aristea humbertii, Aristea inaequalis, Aristea juncifolia, Aristea kitchingii, Aristea latifolia, Aristea lugens, Aristea madagascariensis, Aristea montana, Aristea monticola, Aristea nyikensis, Aristea oligocephala, Aristea palustris, Aristea parviflora, Aristea pauciflora, Aristea platycaulis, Aristea polycephala, Aristea pusilla, Aristea racemosa, Aristea ranomafana, Aristea recisa, Aristea rigidifolia, Aristea rupicola,

References

Peter Goldblatt (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goldblatt' in the authors string.
John C. Manning (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.C.Manning' in the authors string.