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
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.
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