Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
rotundifolium
ID:
1254644

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cogn. ex Gleason

Source:
tro

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 52: 333 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253982

Common Names

  • Rotundifolium Monochaetum
  • Roundleaf Monochaetum
  • Rounded Monochaetum

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Description

Monochaetum rotundifolium (also called Round-leaved Monochaetum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Guatemala. It is a medium-sized shrub with white flowers and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Monochaetum rotundifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, pain, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monochaetum rotundifolium has white flowers with yellow centers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monochaetum rotundifolium is a perennial species of shrub native to Costa Rica. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Cultivation requires a well-draining soil mix and plenty of moisture. It prefers a bright, sunny location.

Where to Find Monochaetum rotundifolium

Monochaetum rotundifolium can be found in Colombia.

Monochaetum rotundifolium FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Monochaetum rotundifolium?

Monochaetum rotundifolium prefers temperatures between 15-25°C (59-77°F)

What is the ideal humidity for Monochaetum rotundifolium?

Monochaetum rotundifolium prefers a humidity of 40-60%.

What is the ideal light intensity for Monochaetum rotundifolium?

Monochaetum rotundifolium prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Monochaetum genus

Monochaetum ecaudatum, Monochaetum bonplandii, Monochaetum brachyurum, Monochaetum floribundum, Monochaetum gleasonianum, Monochaetum humboldtianum, Monochaetum lineatum, Monochaetum macrantherum, Monochaetum mariae, Monochaetum myrtoideum, Monochaetum polyneuron, Monochaetum rodriguezii, Monochaetum tachirense, Monochaetum deppeanum, Monochaetum discolor, Monochaetum glanduliferum, Monochaetum hartwegianum, Monochaetum lindeneanum, Monochaetum meridense, Monochaetum multiflorum, Monochaetum polyneurum, Monochaetum pulchrum, Monochaetum stellulatum, Monochaetum subditivum, Monochaetum dicranantherum, Monochaetum subglabrum, Monochaetum compactum, Monochaetum cordatum, Monochaetum exaltatum, Monochaetum neglectum, Monochaetum trichophyllum, Monochaetum vulcanicum, Monochaetum tenellum, Monochaetum alpestre, Monochaetum rubescens, Monochaetum calcaratum, Monochaetum linearifolium, Monochaetum amistadense, Monochaetum talamancense, Monochaetum amabile, Monochaetum strigosum, Monochaetum uribei, Monochaetum cinereum, Monochaetum laxifolium, Monochaetum magdalenense, Monochaetum uberrimum, Monochaetum vestitum, Monochaetum ciliatum, Monochaetum carbonoi, Monochaetum longicaudatum,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50173391: Based on the initial data import
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.