Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
lolioides
ID:
371763

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Moore) C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 5: 218 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371095



Common Names

  • Monechma lolioides
  • Lolioides Monechma
  • Lolioides Monechma Grass


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Description

Monechma lolioides (also called 'ryegrass-like monechma', among many other common names) is an annual herb with a hairy stem and small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Monechma lolioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monechma lolioides is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with succulent leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monechma lolioides is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a soil that is slightly acidic and well-draining. It should be watered regularly and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Monechma lolioides

Monechma lolioides can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Spain to Turkey.

Monechma lolioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monechma lolioides?

Monechma lolioides

What is the common name of Monechma lolioides?

Lolioides Monechma

What is the habitat of Monechma lolioides?

Monechma lolioides is found in dry, rocky habitats in the Mediterranean region.

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,

References

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:52515-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.