Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Species:
monoica
ID:
540596

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) J.-F.Leroy

Source:
cmp

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
J. Agric. Trop. Bot. Appl. 8: 74 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000539928

Common Names

  • Aphananthe monoica
  • Monoica Aphananthe
  • Monoica Aphananthe Grass

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Synonyms

  • Aphananthe mexicana J.-F.Leroy [unknown]
  • Celtis monoica Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Mirandaceltis monoica (Hemsl.) Sharp [unknown]

Description

Aphananthe monoica (also called Fern, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It is a low-growing plant with long, narrow leaves and small, brown flowers. It is usually found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Aphananthe monoica is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aphananthe monoica is a small, yellowish-green spikelet, with a single seed. The seed is small and round, with a thin seed coat. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single leaf at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aphananthe monoica is an evergreen perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some salt. It can be propagated by seed, division, or cuttings.

Where to Find Aphananthe monoica

Aphananthe monoica can be found in wetland areas in Europe, Asia, and Africa.

Aphananthe monoica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aphananthe monoica?

Aphananthe monoica

What is the common name of Aphananthe monoica?

Monoica

What type of plant is Aphananthe monoica?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Cannabaceae family

Aphananthe aspera, Aphananthe cuspidata, Aphananthe monoica, Aphananthe philippinensis, Aphananthe sakalava, Cannabis sativa, Celtis adolfi-friderici, Celtis africana, Celtis australis, Celtis balansae, Celtis berteroana, Celtis bifida, Celtis biondii, Celtis boninensis, Celtis brasiliensis, Celtis bungeana, Celtis caucasica, Celtis caudata, Celtis cerasifera, Celtis chekiangensis, Celtis chichape, Celtis conferta, Celtis glabrata, Celtis gomphophylla, Celtis harperi, Celtis hildebrandii, Celtis hypoleuca, Celtis iguanaea, Celtis jamaicensis, Celtis jessoensis, Celtis julianae, Celtis koraiensis, Celtis laevigata, Celtis latifolia, Celtis lindheimeri, Celtis loxensis, Celtis luzonica, Celtis madagascariensis, Celtis mauritiana, Celtis mildbraedii, Celtis occidentalis, Celtis orthacanthos, Celtis pacifica, Celtis pallida, Celtis paniculata, Celtis petenensis, Celtis philippensis, Celtis punctata, Celtis reticulata, Celtis rigescens,

References

Jean-François Leroy (1915-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-F.Leroy' in the authors string.
William Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.