Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
grandifolia
ID:
1324538

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kiew & S.Julia

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 129: 59 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336992

Common Names

  • Monophyllaea grandifolia
  • Grandifolia Monophyllaea
  • Grandifolia's Monophyllaea

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Description

Monophyllaea grandifolia (also called Monophyllaea, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to New Caledonia. It typically grows up to 4 meters tall and prefers to grow in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Monophyllaea grandifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monophyllaea grandifolia has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings have two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monophyllaea grandifolia is a fast-growing perennial that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-draining soil. It can tolerate some drought, but should be watered regularly during the growing season. It can be propagated from seed, which can be sown directly into the soil, or from divisions of the plant, which can be taken from the root ball and planted in a new pot.

Where to Find Monophyllaea grandifolia

Monophyllaea grandifolia can be found in Mexico.

Monophyllaea grandifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monophyllaea grandifolia?

Monophyllaea grandifolia

What is the common name of Monophyllaea grandifolia?

Monophyllaea

What type of environment does Monophyllaea grandifolia prefer?

Dry, tropical areas

Species in the Monophyllaea genus

Monophyllaea burttiana, Monophyllaea caulescens, Monophyllaea chinii, Monophyllaea cupiflora, Monophyllaea eymae, Monophyllaea anthocrena, Monophyllaea fissilis, Monophyllaea furcipila, Monophyllaea glabra, Monophyllaea glandulosa, Monophyllaea glauca, Monophyllaea elongata, Monophyllaea brevipes, Monophyllaea albicalyx, Monophyllaea andersonii, Monophyllaea hirticalyx, Monophyllaea hirtella, Monophyllaea horsfieldii, Monophyllaea hottae, Monophyllaea insignis, Monophyllaea hendersonii, Monophyllaea kostermansii, Monophyllaea wildeana, Monophyllaea stellata, Monophyllaea leuserensis, Monophyllaea longipes, Monophyllaea merrilliana, Monophyllaea musangensis, Monophyllaea papuana, Monophyllaea tetrasepala, Monophyllaea pendula, Monophyllaea tenuis, Monophyllaea ramosa, Monophyllaea sarangica, Monophyllaea selaborensis, Monophyllaea singularis, Monophyllaea grandifolia, Monophyllaea meriraiensis,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

Ruth Kiew (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kiew' in the authors string.
Julia Sang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Julia' in the authors string.