Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
morrenioides
ID:
1305046

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Goyder) Liede & Meve

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 99: 66 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317500



Common Names

  • Monsanima morrenioides
  • Morrenioides Monsanima
  • Morrenioides Leafy Liverwort


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Description

Monsanima morrenioides (also called Morrenoid Monsanima, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is native to Brazil. It grows in wet forests, and is found in the Atlantic Forest.

Uses & Benefits

Monsanima morrenioides is a popular ornamental plant that is often used as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and can be used to bring a touch of greenery to any space. It is also known to be a good air purifier, as it can help to remove toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monsanima morrenioides has yellow flowers with three petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monsanima morrenioides can be propagated by division or by seeds. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several smaller pieces, each with at least one leaf and one stem. The pieces should then be planted in moist, well-draining soil. When propagating by seeds, the seeds should be sown on moist, well-draining soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks.

Where to Find Monsanima morrenioides

Monsanima morrenioides is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Monsanima morrenioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monsanima morrenioides?

Monsanima morrenioides

What type of plant is Monsanima morrenioides?

Evergreen shrub

Where is Monsanima morrenioides native to?

Chile

Species in the Monsanima genus

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

David John Goyder (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goyder' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.