Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
humile
ID:
377114

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.Don) Hara

Source:
cmp

Year:
1961

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 36: 78 (1961)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376446

Common Names

  • Monotropastrum humile
  • Humile Monotropastrum
  • Monotropastrum Monotropastrum

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Synonyms

  • Monotropa humilis D.Don [valid]
  • Monotropastrum tschanbaischanicum Y.L.Chang & Y.L.Chou [valid]
  • Monotropastrum pumilum Andres [valid]
  • Monotropastrum ampullaceum Andres [invalid]
  • Cheilotheca humilis (D.Don) Hook.f. [valid]
  • Cheilotheca humilis glaberrima Keng & C.F.Hsieh [valid]
  • Cheilotheca humilis pubescens C.Ling [valid]
  • Cheilotheca macrocarpa (Andres) Y.L.Chou [valid]
  • Cheilotheca pubescens (K.F.Wu) Y.L.Chou [valid]
  • Monotropastrum globosum Andres ex H.Hara [valid]
  • Monotropa uniflora pentadactyla Makino [valid]
  • Monotropa uniflora tripetala Makino [valid]
  • Monotropa uniflora pentapetala Makino [valid]
  • Monotropastrum baranovii Y.L.Chang & Y.L.Chou [valid]
  • Monotropastrum tschanbaischanicum baranovii (Y.L.Chang & Y.L.Chou) Y.L.Chou [valid]
  • Monotropastrum humile tripetalum (Makino) H.Hara [valid]
  • Monotropastrum macrocarpum Andres [valid]
  • Monotropastrum arisanarum Andres [invalid]
  • Monotropastrum humile glaberrimum H.Hara [valid]
  • Monotropastrum lungchuanense K.F.Wu [valid]
  • Monotropastrum pubescens K.F.Wu [valid]
  • Monotropastrum globosum tripetalum (Makino) Honda [valid]
  • Monotropastrum globosum pentapetalum (Makino) Honda [valid]
  • Monotropastrum clarkei Andres [valid]
  • Monotropastrum globosum baranovii (Y.L.Chang & Y.L.Chou) Y.C.Chu [valid]
  • Monotropanthum ampullaceum (Andres) Andres [valid]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Monotropastrum humile has been used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monotropastrum humile has small, yellowish-green flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are grass-like, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monotropastrum humile 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 Monotropastrum humile

Monotropastrum humile 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.

Monotropastrum humile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monotropastrum humile?

Monotropastrum humile

What is the common name of Monotropastrum humile?

Humble Monotropastrum

Where is Monotropastrum humile found?

North America, Europe, and Asia

Species in the Monotropastrum genus

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.
Kanesuke Hara (1885-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hara' in the authors string.