Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
monandrum
ID:
384243

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pall.) Moq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 13(2): 203 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000383575



Common Names

  • Ofaiston monandrum
  • Monandrous Ofaiston
  • Monandrous False Foxglove


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Synonyms

  • Ofaiston paucifolium Raf. [unknown]
  • Salsola monandra Pall. [unknown]
  • Anabasis juncea M.Bieb. ex Moq. [unknown]
  • Halocnemum monandrum (Pall.) Georgi [unknown]
  • Halogeton monandrus (Pall.) C.A.Mey. [unknown]

Description

Ofaiston monandrum (also called Monandrous Ofaiston, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ofaiston monandrum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ofaiston monandrum is a small, yellowish-green spikelet. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a triangular shape. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ofaiston monandrum is a perennial succulent native to Central and South America. It prefers dry, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It can tolerate drought and is tolerant of salt spray. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer, or by seed in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Ofaiston monandrum

Ofaiston monandrum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Ofaiston monandrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ofaiston monandrum?

Ofaiston monandrum

What type of plant is Ofaiston monandrum?

Ofaiston monandrum is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae.

Where is Ofaiston monandrum found?

Ofaiston monandrum is native to the Canary Islands, Madeira, and the Azores.

Species in the Ofaiston genus

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2387376: Based on the initial data import
Peter Simon Pallas (1741-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pall.' in the authors string.
Christian Horace Benedict Alfred Moquin-Tandon (1804-1863): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moq.' in the authors string.