Status:
valid
Authors:
L.f.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1782
Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 286 (1782)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451459
Common Names
- Manulea thysiflora
- Thysiflora Manulea
- Thysiflora
Description
Manulea thysiflora (also called Thysi-flowered Manulea, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with white flowers and a yellow center. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Manulea thysiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Manulea thysiflora is a white or pale pink, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Manulea thysiflora is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Manulea thysiflora
Manulea thysiflora is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Manulea thysiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Manulea thysiflora?
Manulea thysiflora
What is the family of Manulea thysiflora?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Manulea thysiflora?
Thysiflora Daisy
Species in the Manulea genus
Manulea adenodes,
Manulea adenocalyx,
Manulea acutiloba,
Manulea augei,
Manulea latiloba,
Manulea karrooica,
Manulea aridicola,
Manulea multispicata,
Manulea parviflora,
Manulea ovatifolia,
Manulea linearifolia,
Manulea montana,
Manulea namibensis,
Manulea caledonica,
Manulea cinerea,
Manulea flanaganii,
Manulea exigua,
Manulea gariesiana,
Manulea diandra,
Manulea deserticola,
Manulea decipiens,
Manulea praeterita,
Manulea rhodesiana,
Manulea rhodantha,
Manulea ramulosa,
Manulea psilostoma,
Manulea plurirosulata,
Manulea pillansii,
Manulea thysiflora,
Manulea tenella,
Manulea altissima,
Manulea androsacea,
Manulea arabidea,
Manulea bellidifolia,
Manulea buchneroides,
Manulea burchellii,
Manulea cephalotes,
Manulea juncea,
Manulea cheiranthus,
Manulea conferta,
Manulea corymbosa,
Manulea crassifolia,
Manulea dregei,
Manulea dubia,
Manulea florifera,
Manulea fragrans,
Manulea gariepina,
Manulea leptosiphon,
Manulea glandulosa,
Manulea incana,
Species in the Scrophulariaceae family
Alonsoa acutifolia,
Alonsoa auriculata,
Alonsoa caulialata,
Alonsoa hirsuta,
Alonsoa honoraria,
Alonsoa linearis,
Alonsoa meridionalis,
Alonsoa minor,
Alonsoa pallida,
Alonsoa peduncularis,
Alonsoa serrata,
Alonsoa unilabiata,
Ameroglossum pernambucense,
Ameroglossum manoel-felixii,
Ameroglossum alatum,
Ameroglossum asperifolium,
Ameroglossum bicolor,
Ameroglossum fulniorum,
Ameroglossum genaroanum,
Ameroglossum intermedium,
Ameroglossum xukuruorum,
Androya decaryi,
Antherothamnus pearsonii,
Anticharis arabica,
Anticharis ebracteata,
Anticharis glandulosa,
Anticharis imbricata,
Anticharis inflata,
Anticharis juncea,
Anticharis scoparia,
Anticharis senegalensis,
Anticharis namibensis,
Anticharis kaokoensis,
Anticharis angolensis,
Aptosimum albomarginatum,
Aptosimum arenarium,
Aptosimum decumbens,
Aptosimum elongatum,
Aptosimum eriocephalum,
Aptosimum glandulosum,
Aptosimum gossweileri,
Aptosimum indivisum,
Aptosimum lineare,
Aptosimum marlothii,
Aptosimum molle,
Aptosimum neglectum,
Aptosimum patulum,
Aptosimum procumbens,
Aptosimum pumilum,
Aptosimum spinescens,