Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Genus:
Species:
monotrias
ID:
634437

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barlow

Source:
cmp

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Blumea 38: 105 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000633769

Common Names

  • Cyne monotrias
  • Monotrias Cyne
  • Monotrias Cyne

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Description

Cyne monotrias (also called 'Monotrias Milkweed', 'Monotrias Swallow-wort' and 'Monotrias Vines', among many other common names) is a twining, evergreen, perennial herbaceous plant. It is native to North America and is found in woodlands, grasslands and disturbed areas. It has thin, wiry stems with small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cyne monotrias is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyne monotrias is a white, five-petalled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyne monotrias is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Cyne monotrias

Cyne monotrias can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Cyne monotrias FAQ

What are the common names of Cyne monotrias?

Common names of Cyne monotrias include Monotrias's milkweed and Monotrias's swallow-wort.

What is the native range of Cyne monotrias?

Cyne monotrias is native to tropical and subtropical Africa.

What is the growth habit of Cyne monotrias?

Cyne monotrias is an evergreen perennial with a sprawling habit.

Species in the Loranthaceae family

Actinanthella menyharthii, Actinanthella wyliei, Aetanthus andreanus, Aetanthus colombianus, Aetanthus coriaceus, Aetanthus dichotomus, Aetanthus engelsii, Aetanthus macranthus, Aetanthus mutisii, Aetanthus nodosus, Aetanthus ornatus, Aetanthus ovalis, Aetanthus trifolius, Aetanthus prolongatus, Aetanthus sessilifolius, Aetanthus verticillatus, Aetanthus megaphyllus, Aetanthus pascoensis, Aetanthus tachirensis, Aetanthus validus, Agelanthus atrocoronatus, Agelanthus bipartitus, Agelanthus brunneus, Agelanthus combreticola, Agelanthus copaiferae, Agelanthus crassifolius, Agelanthus deltae, Agelanthus dichrous, Agelanthus discolor, Agelanthus djurensis, Agelanthus dodonaeifolius, Agelanthus elegantulus, Agelanthus entebbensis, Agelanthus falcifolius, Agelanthus flammeus, Agelanthus fuellebornii, Agelanthus gilgii, Agelanthus glaucoviridis, Agelanthus glomeratus, Agelanthus gracilis, Agelanthus guineensis, Agelanthus henriquesii, Agelanthus heteromorphus, Agelanthus igneus, Agelanthus irangensis, Agelanthus kayseri, Agelanthus keilii, Agelanthus krausei, Agelanthus kraussianus, Agelanthus lancifolius,

References