Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
bracteatum
ID:
371663

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hochst.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1841

Citation Micro:
Flora 24(1): 375. 1841

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000370995



Common Names

  • Monechma bracteatum
  • Bracted Monechma
  • Bracted Plant


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Description

Monechma bracteatum (also called Bracted Monechma, among many other common names) is a flowering plant species of the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa. It grows in moist soils in forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Monechma bracteatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds and other animals. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Monechma bracteatum are white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and the first true leaves are linear.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monechma bracteatum is a perennial herb that is native to South America. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or cuttings taken in spring or summer.

Where to Find Monechma bracteatum

Monechma bracteatum can be found in wetland areas, such as marshes, swamps, and ditches, in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Monechma bracteatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monechma bracteatum?

Monechma bracteatum

What is the common name of Monechma bracteatum?

Bracted Monechma

What is the natural habitat of Monechma bracteatum?

Monechma bracteatum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

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