Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uniflora
ID:
377109

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) A.Gray

Source:
cmp

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Manual : 273 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376441

Common Names

  • Moneses uniflora
  • Uniflora
  • Moneses

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Synonyms

  • Moneses brevicaulis Schur [valid]
  • Moneses grandiflora Salisb. ex Gray [valid]
  • Moneses verticillata Schur [valid]
  • Odostima orbiculata Raf. [valid]
  • Odostima obovata Raf. [valid]
  • Odostima grandiflora Raf. [valid]
  • Odostima caulina Raf. [valid]
  • Odostima acutiflora Raf. [valid]
  • Pyrola verticillata (Schur) Schur [valid]
  • Pyrola uniflora L. [valid]
  • Pyrola obovata Raf. [valid]
  • Pyrola halleri Steud. [valid]
  • Monanthium uniflorum (L.) House [valid]
  • Bryophthalmum uniflorum (L.) E.Mey. [valid]
  • Chimaphila rhombifolia Hayata [valid]
  • Moneses uniflora reticulata (Nutt.) S.F.Blake [valid]
  • Moneses uniflora uniflora [valid]
  • Moneses uniflora reticulata (Nutt.) Calder & Roy L.Taylor [valid]
  • Moneses reticulata Nutt. [valid]
  • Moneses rhombifolia (Hayata) Andres [valid]
  • Monanthium reticulatum (Nutt.) House [valid]
  • Pyrola uniflora reticulata (Nutt.) H.St.John [valid]

Description

Moneses uniflora (also called Uniflora Moneses, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes Mountains in Peru. It grows in moist, shady areas, and has large, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Moneses uniflora is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of food and fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Moneses uniflora has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are grass-like, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Moneses uniflora is a tropical plant that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant but needs regular watering during the summer months. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage more flowering.

Where to Find Moneses uniflora

Moneses uniflora is native to the temperate forests of North America. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in wooded areas.

Moneses uniflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Moneses uniflora?

Moneses uniflora

What is the common name of Moneses uniflora?

One-flowered Moneses

What is the natural habitat of Moneses uniflora?

Woodlands, forests, and scrublands

Species in the Moneses genus

Species in the Ericaceae family