Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
vignei
ID:
1257433

Status:
valid

Authors:
Keay

Source:
tro

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 8: 69 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001256771

Common Names

  • Vignei Monocyclanthus
  • Vignei Monocyclanthus
  • Vignei Monocyclanthu

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Description

Monocyclanthus vignei (also called 'Vigne's Monocyclanthus' and 'Vigne's Lily', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen perennial with long, slender stems and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is native to tropical Asia and typically grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Monocyclanthus vignei has been used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monocyclanthus vignei is a yellow, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is an oblong, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monocyclanthus vignei can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Monocyclanthus vignei

Monocyclanthus vignei can be found in the montane forests of Madagascar.

Species in the Monocyclanthus genus

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References