Monotropsis odorata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
odorata
ID:
1129596
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schweinitz
Source:
tro
Year:
1817
Citation Micro:
Sketch Bot. S. Carolina 1: 478 (1817)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001128934
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Monotropsis odorata (also called Fragrant Monotropsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to eastern North America. It typically grows in moist, acidic soils in coniferous forests and alpine meadows. It has a basal rosette of leaves with small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Monotropsis odorata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Monotropsis odorata is a small, yellowish-green spike of tiny flowers. The seed is a small, round, dark-brown spore. The seedlings consist of a single leaf with a small, round, dark-brown spore at the tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Monotropsis odorata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Monotropsis odorata
Monotropsis odorata can be found in the southeastern United States.
Species in the Monotropsis genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Lewis David de Schweinitz (1780-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwein.' in the authors string.