Description
Monochaetum deppeanum (also called Deppe's Monochaetum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with opposite, ovate to elliptic leaves, native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It grows in moist montane forests, between 2,000 and 3,000 m above sea level.
Uses & Benefits
Monochaetum deppeanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomach disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Monochaetum deppeanum is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and thin with light green leaves.