Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
monteiroae
ID:
603812

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 16: t. 1557 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000603144

Common Names

  • Monteiroae Chlorocyathus
  • Chlorocyathus Monteiroae
  • Monteiroa's Chlorocyathus

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Synonyms

  • Raphionacme loandae Schltr. & Rendle [unknown]
  • Raphionacme monteiroae (Oliv.) N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Chlorocyathus monteiroae (also called 'Monteiro's Cyathus', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has leathery, dark green leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry forests, scrublands, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chlorocyathus monteiroae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chlorocyathus monteiroae has white flowers with yellowish green stripes and a yellowish green center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chlorocyathus monteiroae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Chlorocyathus monteiroae

Chlorocyathus monteiroae is native to the southeastern United States, from North Carolina to Florida.

Chlorocyathus monteiroae FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Chlorocyathus monteiroae?

Chlorocyathus monteiroae prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C).

What is the ideal light for Chlorocyathus monteiroae?

Chlorocyathus monteiroae prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal humidity for Chlorocyathus monteiroae?

Chlorocyathus monteiroae prefers high humidity levels of at least 50%.

Species in the Chlorocyathus genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References