Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monacanthus
ID:
544094

Status:
valid

Authors:
Carmich. ex Harv. & Sond.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cap. 2: 565 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000543426



Common Names

  • Monacanthus Arctopus
  • Arctopus Monacanthus
  • Arctopus


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Description

Arctopus monacanthus (also called Single-spined Arctopus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Africa. It grows in dry habitats such as deserts and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Arctopus monacanthus is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arctopus monacanthus has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arctopus monacanthus is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and can be grown in areas with high humidity. It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in areas with low rainfall.

Where to Find Arctopus monacanthus

Arctopus monacanthus is found in the southeastern United States.

Arctopus monacanthus FAQ

What are the common names of Arctopus monacanthus?

Monacan Sandwort

What is the scientific name of Monacan Sandwort?

Arctopus monacanthus

What type of plant is Monacan Sandwort?

Perennial herb

Species in the Arctopus genus

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2647113: Based on the initial data import
William Henry Harvey (1811-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harv.' in the authors string.
Otto Wilhelm Sonder (1812-1881): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sond.' in the authors string.
Dugald Carmichael (1772-1827): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Carmich.' in the authors string.