Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monantha
ID:
850488

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 17: 340 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000849823

Common Names

  • Monantha chomelia
  • Monantha chomelia
  • Monantha wild-sage

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Description

Chomelia monantha (also called Monantha Chomelia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India. It grows to a height of 1-2 m and has a slender stem with small, oval leaves. It prefers moist, shady habitats and can be found in forests, meadows, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Chomelia monantha has a variety of non-medical uses, such as being used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a cover crop. It can also be used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chomelia monantha has small, white, star-shaped flowers that appear in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough texture. The seedlings are thin, with narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chomelia monantha is a perennial shrub that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Chomelia monantha

Chomelia monantha can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Chomelia monantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chomelia monantha?

Chomelia monantha

What type of plant is Chomelia monantha?

Shrub

What is the natural habitat of Chomelia monantha?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Chomelia genus

Chomelia longituba, Chomelia breedlovei, Chomelia crassifolia, Chomelia kirkbridei, Chomelia albicaulis, Chomelia anisomeris, Chomelia apodantha, Chomelia bahiae, Chomelia barbata, Chomelia barbinervis, Chomelia bella, Chomelia brachypoda, Chomelia brasiliana, Chomelia brevicornu, Chomelia caurensis, Chomelia delascioi, Chomelia ecuadorensis, Chomelia estrellana, Chomelia fasciculata, Chomelia glabricalyx, Chomelia glabriuscula, Chomelia gracilis, Chomelia grandicarpa, Chomelia grandifolia, Chomelia hirsuta, Chomelia intercedens, Chomelia juruensis, Chomelia klugii, Chomelia laxiflora, Chomelia longiflora, Chomelia malaneoides, Chomelia microloba, Chomelia minutiflora, Chomelia modesta, Chomelia monachinoi, Chomelia monantha, Chomelia myrtifolia, Chomelia obtusa, Chomelia occidentalis, Chomelia oligantha, Chomelia paniculata, Chomelia parviflora, Chomelia parvifolia, Chomelia pedunculosa, Chomelia pohliana, Chomelia polyantha, Chomelia pringlei, Chomelia psilocarpa, Chomelia pubescens, Chomelia ramiae,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-39559: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.