Status:
valid
Authors:
Bunge ex Boiss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 4: 922 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000583031
Common Names
- Monandra Camphorosma
- Monandra's Camphorosma
- Monandra Camphorosma's
Synonyms
- Camphorata monandra (Bunge ex Boiss.) Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Camphorosma monandra (also called One-stamen Camphorosma, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to California, Arizona, and Nevada. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single flowering stem. It grows in dry, sandy soils in open areas, such as chaparral, desert, and grassland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Camphorosma monandra is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Camphorosma monandra is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Camphorosma monandra is an annual plant that can be grown in a well-drained soil in full sun. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist and warm until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Camphorosma monandra
Camphorosma monandra is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, sandy soils.
Camphorosma monandra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Camphorosma monandra?
Camphorosma monandra
What is the common name of Camphorosma monandra?
Monandra camphorosma
Where is Camphorosma monandra native to?
Turkey
Species in the Camphorosma genus
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens,
Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,