Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
sikkimensis
ID:
1329484

Status:
valid

Authors:
(King ex Baker) Veldkamp & Mood

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 66:228. (2014); Lectotypified in: Gard. Bull. Singapore 66:228. (2014) by Veldkamp, J.F. & Mood, J.D.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341938

Common Names

  • Monolophus sikkimensis
  • Sikkimensis Monolophus
  • Sikkimensis Snake Plant

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Description

Monolophus sikkimensis (also called Sikkim Monolophus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to India. It grows in limestone crevices and on cliff faces.

Uses & Benefits

Monolophus sikkimensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monolophus sikkimensis is a yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monolophus sikkimensis is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m (9.8 ft) tall. It prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soils and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained, acidic soil and kept at a temperature of around 20°C (68°F). Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained, acidic soil.

Where to Find Monolophus sikkimensis

Monolophus sikkimensis can be found in India.

Monolophus sikkimensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monolophus sikkimensis?

Monolophus sikkimensis

What type of plant is Monolophus sikkimensis?

It is a shrub

Where is Monolophus sikkimensis found?

It is found in India and Bhutan

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Jan Frederik Veldkamp (1941-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veldkamp' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
John Donald Mood (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mood' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0001341938: Based on the initial data import