Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
decumbens
ID:
881694

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Anales Mus. Nac. Santiago de Chile 8: 90 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000881029

Common Names

  • Munroa decumbens
  • Decumbent Munroa
  • Decumbens Munroa

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Description

Munroa decumbens (also called Trailing Munroa, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall. It is native to Argentina and Uruguay, and is found in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Munroa decumbens is an ornamental shrub that is used in landscaping and as an accent plant. It has fragrant flowers and is drought-tolerant, making it suitable for xeriscaping. It can also be used to create a natural privacy screen or windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Munroa decumbens has small, white flowers that bloom in summer. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have narrow, grass-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Munroa decumbens is a perennial herb native to South America. It is a low-growing, clumping herb that can reach up to 2 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring or fall in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Munroa decumbens

Munroa decumbens is native to the Andes Mountains in South America and can be found in moist, grassy areas.

Munroa decumbens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Munroa decumbens?

Munroa decumbens

What is the common name of Munroa decumbens?

Decumbent munroa

What is the natural habitat of Munroa decumbens?

Dry, rocky slopes and open woods

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:165036-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].