Monilaria obconica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ihlenf. & S.Jörg.
Source:
Caryophyllales.org
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
in Mitt. Staatsinst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 14: 87. 1973.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001293652
Common Names
- Monilaria Obconica
- Obconica Monilaria
- Monilaria Succulent
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Monilaria obconica (also called Obconic Monilaria, among many other common names) is a succulent plant native to South Africa. It is a small, densely branched shrub with fleshy, grey-green leaves. It grows in rocky outcrops in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa.
Uses & Benefits
Monilaria obconica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monilaria obconica has yellow flowers with a red center. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and round with a white center.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Monilaria obconica is a succulent plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It is best grown in well-draining soil and in a sunny location. It can be propagated through stem cuttings or division of the plant. Water sparingly and fertilize during the growing season.
Where to Find Monilaria obconica
Monilaria obconica can be found in South Africa.
Monilaria obconica FAQ
What are the common names of Monilaria obconica?
Obconic Monilaria
What is the growth habit of Monilaria obconica?
It is a low-growing, mat-forming succulent with stems that spread outwards and root along the ground.
What is the flower color of Monilaria obconica?
The flowers are white to pale pink with yellow centers.
Species in the Monilaria genus
Species in the Aizoaceae family
References
Hans-Dieter Ihlenfeldt (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ihlenf.' in the authors string.
Sigurd Jörgensen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Jörg.' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0001293652: Based on the initial data import