Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
monophyllum
ID:
1329144

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.B.Tan & X.J.He

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 51: 415 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341598



Common Names

  • Pternopetalum monophyllum
  • Monophyllum Pternopetalum
  • Monophyllum Pternopetalum Plant


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Description

Pternopetalum monophyllum (also called one-leafed pternopetalum, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a single, erect stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. Its leaves are simple, ovate and its flowers are white and bell-shaped. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Pternopetalum monophyllum is an ornamental plant used for landscaping, as it has attractive foliage and is easy to maintain. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, as it grows quickly and provides dense coverage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pternopetalum monophyllum has small yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pternopetalum monophyllum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The root ball should be divided into smaller sections and replanted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Pternopetalum monophyllum

Pternopetalum monophyllum is found in tropical rainforests in India.

Pternopetalum monophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pternopetalum monophyllum?

Pternopetalum monophyllum

What are the common names of Pternopetalum monophyllum?

Common names of Pternopetalum monophyllum include Chinese Evergreen, Chinese evergreen elm, and Chinese elm.

What is the natural habitat of Pternopetalum monophyllum?

Pternopetalum monophyllum is native to China and Taiwan and grows in moist, shady forests.

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

Xing Jin He (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.J.He' in the authors string.
Jin Bo Tan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Tan' in the authors string.