Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
monsalveae
ID:
513687

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat & D.C.Bay

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Aroideana 27: 123 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000513019

Common Names

  • Rhodospatha Monsalveae
  • Monsalve's Rhodospatha
  • Monsalve's Silver-bush

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Description

Rhodospatha monsalveae (also called 'Monsalve's Rhodospatha', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters in height. It is native to South America, and is found in dry savannahs, woodlands, and thickets. It has yellow-green, bipinnate leaves and small, yellow, globular flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodospatha monsalveae has been used for a variety of purposes, including as a source of firewood, forage, and timber. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodospatha monsalveae has small, yellow flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodospatha monsalveae is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a warm, sunny location until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining medium. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Rhodospatha monsalveae

Rhodospatha monsalveae is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Colombia, Venezuela, and Ecuador.

Rhodospatha monsalveae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodospatha monsalveae?

Rhodospatha monsalveae

What are the common names of Rhodospatha monsalveae?

Monsalve's Rhodospatha

What is the natural habitat of Rhodospatha monsalveae?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Rhodospatha genus

Rhodospatha badilloi, Rhodospatha bolivarana, Rhodospatha boliviensis, Rhodospatha brachypoda, Rhodospatha cardonae, Rhodospatha densinervia, Rhodospatha dissidens, Rhodospatha falconensis, Rhodospatha forgetii, Rhodospatha guasareensis, Rhodospatha kraenzlinii, Rhodospatha latifolia, Rhodospatha moritziana, Rhodospatha oblongata, Rhodospatha pellucida, Rhodospatha perezii, Rhodospatha robusta, Rhodospatha statutii, Rhodospatha steyermarkii, Rhodospatha venosa, Rhodospatha wendlandii, Rhodospatha monsalveae, Rhodospatha mukuntakia, Rhodospatha acosta-solisii, Rhodospatha brent-berlinii, Rhodospatha katipas, Rhodospatha piushaduka, Rhodospatha herrerae, Rhodospatha ovatifolia, Rhodospatha osaensis, Rhodospatha rubropunctata, Rhodospatha guanchensis, Rhodospatha arborescens, Rhodospatha rupicola,

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

Thomas Bernard Croat (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Croat' in the authors string.
Dorothy C. Bay (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.C.Bay' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60436416-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.