Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monantha
ID:
299858

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Robyns

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 11: 153 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299190

Common Names

  • Rytigynia monantha
  • Monantha Rytigynia
  • Monantha

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Synonyms

  • Vangueria monantha K.Schum. [valid]

Description

Rytigynia monantha (also called Single-Flowered Rytigynia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has glossy dark green leaves and clusters of yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rytigynia monantha is used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rytigynia monantha var. monantha
Rytigynia monantha var. lusakati Verdc.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rytigynia monantha is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rytigynia monantha is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure healthy growth.

Where to Find Rytigynia monantha

Rytigynia monantha can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Rytigynia monantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rytigynia monantha?

Rytigynia monantha

What is the common name of Rytigynia monantha?

Monantha Rytigynia

What is the family of Rytigynia monantha?

Rubiaceae

Species in the Rytigynia genus

Rytigynia acuminatissima, Rytigynia adenodonta, Rytigynia argentea, Rytigynia bagshawei, Rytigynia beniensis, Rytigynia binata, Rytigynia bomiliensis, Rytigynia bridsoniae, Rytigynia bugoyensis, Rytigynia canthioides, Rytigynia caudatissima, Rytigynia celastroides, Rytigynia claessensii, Rytigynia claviflora, Rytigynia congesta, Rytigynia constricta, Rytigynia dasyothamnus, Rytigynia decussata, Rytigynia demeusei, Rytigynia dewevrei, Rytigynia dubiosa, Rytigynia eickii, Rytigynia ferruginea, Rytigynia flavida, Rytigynia glabrifolia, Rytigynia gossweileri, Rytigynia gracilipetiolata, Rytigynia griseovelutina, Rytigynia hirsutiflora, Rytigynia humbertii, Rytigynia ignobilis, Rytigynia kigeziensis, Rytigynia kiwuensis, Rytigynia krauseana, Rytigynia laurentii, Rytigynia lecomtei, Rytigynia leonensis, Rytigynia lewisii, Rytigynia liberica, Rytigynia lichenoxenos, Rytigynia longicaudata, Rytigynia longipedicellata, Rytigynia longituba, Rytigynia macrostipulata, Rytigynia macrura, Rytigynia madagascariensis, Rytigynia mayumbensis, Rytigynia membranacea, Rytigynia monantha, Rytigynia mrimaensis,

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-180947: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Frans Hubert Edouard Arthur Walter Robyns (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robyns' in the authors string.