Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
morleyi
ID:
1266758

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.H.Warner

Source:
tro

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 4, 53(9): 106 (-107) (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001266096

Common Names

  • Morley's Monolena
  • Monolena Morleyi
  • Monolena Morleyi Vines

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Description

Monolena morleyi (also called Morley's monolena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae, native to India. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 6 m tall, with glossy, leathery leaves up to 10 cm long and 5 cm broad. It is typically found in moist, shady habitats, growing in humus-rich soils.

Uses & Benefits

Monolena morleyi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monolena morleyi has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monolena morleyi can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the plants when they are actively growing.

Where to Find Monolena morleyi

Monolena morleyi is found in Mexico.

Monolena morleyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monolena morleyi?

Monolena morleyi

What is the common name of Monolena morleyi?

Morley's monolena

What type of plant is Monolena morleyi?

Herbaceous perennial

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-50220585: Based on the initial data import
Richard H. Warner: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Warner' in the authors string.