Status:
valid
Authors:
Bañares
Source:
ksu
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Vieraea 35: 19 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744269
Common Names
- Monanthes Subglabrata
- Smooth-Leaved Monanthes
- Smooth-Leaved Monanthes
Description
Monanthes subglabrata (also called 'Subglabrata', among many other common names) is a succulent native to Colombia. It has thick, fleshy leaves and grows in dry forests and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Monanthes subglabrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make perfumes and essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Monanthes subglabrata is yellow and tubular, with a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are green and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monanthes subglabrata is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Monanthes subglabrata
Monanthes subglabrata is native to the Canary Islands and can be found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along roadsides.
Monanthes subglabrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monanthes subglabrata?
Monanthes subglabrata
What is the common name of Monanthes subglabrata?
Smooth monanthes
What is the natural habitat of Monanthes subglabrata?
Grasslands and scrublands
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,