Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
depauperatum
ID:
371713

Status:
valid

Authors:
(T.Anderson) C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 5: 217 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371045

Common Names

  • Depauperatum Monechma
  • Monechma depauperatum
  • Depauperatum Monechma

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Description

Monechma depauperatum (also called Depauperate Monechma, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a thick, woody stem and long, narrow leaves. It is found in wet, tropical forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Monechma depauperatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin problems, such as eczema and psoriasis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monechma depauperatum has small white flowers, and its seeds are small, dark brown, and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monechma depauperatum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn when the plant is actively growing. The plant should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Monechma depauperatum

Monechma depauperatum can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Monechma depauperatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monechma depauperatum?

Monechma depauperatum

What is the common name of Monechma depauperatum?

Depauperate Monechma

What is the natural habitat of Monechma depauperatum?

Native to South Africa, it is commonly found in dry, rocky areas

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.