Monstera praetermissa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.G.Gonç. & Temponi
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 56: 72 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473175
Common Names
- Monstera Praetermissa
- Praetermissa Monstera
- Praetermissa's Monstera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Monstera praetermissa (also called 'Praetermissa Monstera', among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in dry, sunny habitats such as rocky hillsides and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Monstera praetermissa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of growing conditions. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monstera praetermissa has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Monstera praetermissa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during dry periods. It can be pruned back after flowering to encourage bushier growth.
Where to Find Monstera praetermissa
Monstera praetermissa is native to the Caribbean and can be found in Cuba, Jamaica, and Haiti.
Monstera praetermissa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monstera praetermissa?
Monstera praetermissa
What is the common name of Monstera praetermissa?
Missed Monstera
Where is Monstera praetermissa native to?
Mexico
Species in the Monstera genus
Monstera acacoyaguensis, Monstera acuminata, Monstera adansonii, Monstera boliviana, Monstera buseyi, Monstera costaricensis, Monstera deliciosa, Monstera dissecta, Monstera dubia, Monstera egregia, Monstera epipremnoides, Monstera filamentosa, Monstera glaucescens, Monstera gracilis, Monstera lechleriana, Monstera lentii, Monstera luteynii, Monstera membranacea, Monstera minima, Monstera molinae, Monstera obliqua, Monstera oreophila, Monstera pinnatipartita, Monstera pittieri, Monstera punctulata, Monstera siltepecana, Monstera spruceana, Monstera standleyana, Monstera subpinnata, Monstera tenuis, Monstera tuberculata, Monstera xanthospatha, Monstera amargalensis, Monstera praetermissa, Monstera kessleri, Monstera aureopinnata, Monstera barrieri, Monstera cenepensis, Monstera vasquezii, Monstera planadensis, Monstera florescanoana, Monstera bocatorana, Monstera alticola, Monstera coloradensis, Monstera fortunense, Monstera jefense, Monstera pirrense, Monstera maderaverde, Monstera tacanaensis, Monstera guzmanjacobiae,
Species in the Araceae family
Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,
References
Eduardo G. Gonçalves: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.Gonç.' in the authors string.
Lívia Godinho Temponi (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Temponi' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:330207-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.