Status:
valid
Authors:
Praeger
Source:
tro
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Bot. Soc. Edinburgh 29: 216 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300418
Common Names
- Anagensis Monanthes
- Anagensis Leaf Monanthes
- Anagensis-Leaf Monanthes
Description
Monanthes anagensis (also called Anagen Navelwort, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent with fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves and small, star-shaped yellow flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in rocky, dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Monanthes anagensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought-tolerant and can be used to create a low-maintenance garden. The leaves of this plant can also be used to make tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Monanthes anagensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small, green, and oval-shaped.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monanthes anagensis is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial succulent that forms a dense mat of fleshy, spoon-shaped leaves. It is easily propagated from stem cuttings or offsets. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.
Where to Find Monanthes anagensis
Monanthes anagensis can be found in the Canary Islands.
Monanthes anagensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monanthes anagensis?
Monanthes anagensis
What is the common name of Monanthes anagensis?
Anaga Monanthes
What is the optimal growing temperature for Monanthes anagensis?
50-65°F (10-18°C)
Species in the Monanthes genus
Monanthes purpurascens,
Monanthes muralis,
Monanthes burchardii,
Monanthes wildpretii,
Monanthes filifolia,
Monanthes subglabrata,
Monanthes atlantica,
Monanthes lowei,
Monanthes brachycaulos,
Monanthes niphophila,
Monanthes praegeri,
Monanthes minima,
Monanthes dasyphylla,
Monanthes pallens,
Monanthes silensis,
Monanthes icterica,
Monanthes polyphylla,
Monanthes subcrassicaulis,
Monanthes laxiflora,
Monanthes anagensis,
Monanthes tilophila,
Monanthes subrosulata,
Species in the Crassulaceae family
Adromischus alstonii,
Adromischus bicolor,
Adromischus caryophyllaceus,
Adromischus cooperi,
Adromischus cristatus,
Adromischus diabolicus,
Adromischus fallax,
Adromischus filicaulis,
Adromischus hemisphericus,
Adromischus humilis,
Adromischus inamoenus,
Adromischus leucophyllus,
Adromischus liebenbergii,
Adromischus maculatus,
Adromischus mammillaris,
Adromischus marianae,
Adromischus maximus,
Adromischus montium-klinghardtii,
Adromischus nanus,
Adromischus phillipsiae,
Adromischus roaneanus,
Adromischus schuldtianus,
Adromischus sphenophyllus,
Adromischus subdistichus,
Adromischus subviridis,
Adromischus triflorus,
Adromischus trigynus,
Adromischus umbraticola,
Adromischus coleorum,
Adromischus cooperi,
Adromischus montium-klinghardtii,
Adromischus triflorus,
Aeonium loartei,
Aeonium uhlii,
Aeonium aguajilvense,
Aeonium aizoon,
Aeonium anagense,
Aeonium anagensis,
Aeonium appendiculatum,
Aeonium arboreum,
Aeonium aureum,
Aeonium balsamiferum,
Aeonium barbatum,
Aeonium beltranii,
Aeonium bollei,
Aeonium burchardii,
Aeonium canariense,
Aeonium castellodecorum,
Aeonium castello-paivae,
Aeonium ciliatum,