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
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.
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 Monolena genus
Monolena primuliflora,
Monolena ovata,
Monolena guatemalensis,
Monolena dressleri,
Monolena panamensis,
Monolena cordifolia,
Monolena coriacea,
Monolena multiflora,
Monolena trichopoda,
Monolena pilosiuscula,
Monolena lanceolata,
Monolena pygmaea,
Monolena bracteata,
Monolena grandiloba,
Monolena morleyi,
Monolena elliptica,
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
Richard H. Warner: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.H.Warner' in the authors string.