Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
monacantha
ID:
622259

Status:
valid

Authors:
Delile

Source:
cmp

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Descr. Egypte, Hist. Nat. : 206 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000621591



Common Names

  • Cornulaca monacantha
  • Monacantha Cornulaca
  • Monacantha Sand-spurrey


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Synonyms

  • Cornulaca arabica Botsch. [unknown]
  • Cornulaca monacantha diacantha Maire [unknown]

Description

Cornulaca monacantha (also called one-spined cornulaca, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central Asia, and is found in dry, open areas such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Cornulaca monacantha is a drought-tolerant plant that is often used in landscaping and xeriscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cornulaca monacantha is a small, yellow-green flower that grows in clusters. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and spindly.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cornulaca monacantha is a small, succulent, perennial shrub that grows up to 40 cm tall. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Cornulaca monacantha

Cornulaca monacantha is native to the Middle East and parts of Central Asia.

Cornulaca monacantha FAQ

What is the common name of Cornulaca monacantha?

Monacan sandbur

What is the natural habitat of Cornulaca monacantha?

Deserts and arid regions

What is the scientific classification of Cornulaca monacantha?

Kingdom: Plantae, Order: Caryophyllales, Family: Amaranthaceae, Genus: Cornulaca, Species: C. monacantha

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References