Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
monadelpha
ID:
749342

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bong.) C.T.Philbrick & C.P.Bove

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 36: 114 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748675

Common Names

  • Mourera monadelpha
  • Monadelpha Mourera
  • Monadelpha Mourera Vine

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Description

Mourera monadelpha (also called One-stamen mourera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Podostemaceae. It is native to the Amazon basin in South America. It grows in moist, shady areas in forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Mourera monadelpha is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is known for its bright white flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mourera monadelpha has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mourera monadelpha is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to India. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It is best to water regularly during the growing season and to reduce watering during the winter months. It is also important to fertilize the plant every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Mourera monadelpha

Mourera monadelpha is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Mourera monadelpha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mourera monadelpha?

Mourera monadelpha

What is the common name of Mourera monadelpha?

Foxtail

Where is Mourera monadelpha native to?

Tropical America

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

References

Gustav Heinrich von Bongard (1786-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bong.' in the authors string.
C. Thomas Philbrick: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.Philbrick' in the authors string.
Claudia Petean Bove (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.P.Bove' in the authors string.