Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
komorensis
ID:
1318134

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.H.Hoekstra

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 69: 85 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330588

Common Names

  • Monanthotaxis komorensis
  • Komoren Monanthotaxis
  • Komoren Monanthotax

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Description

Monanthotaxis komorensis (also called Komorensis Monanthotaxis, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It has small, leathery, evergreen leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in rocky, alpine meadows and on rocky slopes and cliffs.

Uses & Benefits

Monanthotaxis komorensis is an ornamental plant that is grown for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monanthotaxis komorensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in panicles. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monanthotaxis komorensis is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated through seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and regular watering.

Where to Find Monanthotaxis komorensis

Monanthotaxis komorensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and West Africa. It can be found in the wild in Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, and Nigeria.

Monanthotaxis komorensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monanthotaxis komorensis?

Monanthotaxis komorensis

What is the common name of Monanthotaxis komorensis?

Komoran Monanthotaxis

Where is Monanthotaxis komorensis found?

Monanthotaxis komorensis is found in the tropical rainforests of the Comoros Islands

Species in the Monanthotaxis genus

Monanthotaxis congoensis, Monanthotaxis diclina, Monanthotaxis ferruginea, Monanthotaxis filamentosa, Monanthotaxis foliosa, Monanthotaxis buchananii, Monanthotaxis barteri, Monanthotaxis bokoli, Monanthotaxis cauliflora, Monanthotaxis poggei, Monanthotaxis oligandra, Monanthotaxis parvifolia, Monanthotaxis pellegrinii, Monanthotaxis schweinfurthii, Monanthotaxis klainei, Monanthotaxis letestui, Monanthotaxis littoralis, Monanthotaxis lucidula, Monanthotaxis laurentii, Monanthotaxis gilletii, Monanthotaxis vogelii, Monanthotaxis whytei, Monanthotaxis caffra, Monanthotaxis micrantha, Monanthotaxis madagascariensis, Monanthotaxis malacophylla, Monanthotaxis pilosa, Monanthotaxis valida, Monanthotaxis trichocarpa, Monanthotaxis fornicata, Monanthotaxis trichantha, Monanthotaxis dictyoneura, Monanthotaxis orophila, Monanthotaxis faulknerae, Monanthotaxis discolor, Monanthotaxis chasei, Monanthotaxis sororia, Monanthotaxis ambrensis, Monanthotaxis heterantha, Monanthotaxis podocarpa, Monanthotaxis brachytricha, Monanthotaxis boivinii, Monanthotaxis glaucocarpa, Monanthotaxis caesia, Monanthotaxis capea, Monanthotaxis mannii, Monanthotaxis elegans, Monanthotaxis nimbana, Monanthotaxis stenosepala, Monanthotaxis glomerulata,

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

Paul H. Hoekstra (b.1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Hoekstra' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60472950-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.