Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
monophyllus
ID:
807115

Status:
valid

Authors:
Suksathan, Borchs. & A.D.Poulsen

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 139 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806449

Common Names

  • Schumannianthus monophyllus
  • Monophyllus Schumannianthus
  • Monophyllus One-Leaf Orchid

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Description

Schumannianthus monophyllus (also called Monophyllous Schumannianthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to India, where it is found in lowland tropical rainforest habitats. It is a small to medium-sized palm, growing up to 14 m tall with a trunk diameter of up to 14 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Schumannianthus monophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Schumannianthus monophyllus has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Schumannianthus monophyllus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Schumannianthus monophyllus

Schumannianthus monophyllus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Schumannianthus monophyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schumannianthus monophyllus?

Schumannianthus monophyllus

What is the family of Schumannianthus monophyllus?

Arecaceae

Where is Schumannianthus monophyllus found?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Schumannianthus genus

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-344718: Based on the initial data import
Piyakaset Suksathan (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suksathan' in the authors string.
Finn Borchsenius (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borchs.' in the authors string.
Axel Dalberg Poulsen (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.D.Poulsen' in the authors string.