Monanthes niphophila - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Saxifragales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
niphophila
ID:
1301051
Status:
valid
Authors:
Svent.
Source:
tro
Year:
1946
Citation Micro:
Contr. Conoc. Fl. Canar. : 188 (1946)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300389
Common Names
- Niphophila Monanthes
- Niphophila Leaf Monanthes
- Niphophila-Leaf Monanthes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Monanthes niphophila (also called Snow-loving 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 niphophila 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 niphophila is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small, green, and oval-shaped.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Monanthes niphophila 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 niphophila
Monanthes niphophila can be found in the Canary Islands.
Monanthes niphophila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monanthes niphophila?
Monanthes niphophila
What is the common name of Monanthes niphophila?
Snow-Loving Monanthes
What is the optimal growing temperature for Monanthes niphophila?
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,
References
Eric Ragnor Sventenius (1910-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Svent.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:274591-1: Based on the initial data import