Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.f. & Thomson) I.M.Turner
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 69: 97 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332437
Description
Monocarpia maingayi (also called 'Maingay's Monocarpia', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests and scrublands. It has ovate leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Monocarpia maingayi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Monocarpia maingayi is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monocarpia maingayi is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist and warm. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and placed in a rooting hormone before planting in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and warm for best results.
Where to Find Monocarpia maingayi
Monocarpia maingayi is found in India.
Monocarpia maingayi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monocarpia maingayi?
Monocarpia maingayi
What is the common name of Monocarpia maingayi?
Maingay's Monocarpia
What is the family of Monocarpia maingayi?
Asteraceae
Species in the Monocarpia genus
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,