Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hieronymi
ID:
125870

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 34: 40 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000125199



Common Names

  • Monactis Hieronymi
  • Hieronymi's Monactis
  • Hieronymi's Daisy Bush


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Synonyms

  • Chaenocephalus jelskii Hieron. [unknown]
  • Monopholis jelskii S.F.Blake [unknown]

Description

Monactis hieronymi (also called Hieronymus' Monactis, among many other common names) is an annual flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and grows in sandy soils and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Monactis hieronymi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monactis hieronymi has small yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monactis hieronymi is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is best to plant in early spring or late fall. Divide the clumps in early spring and replant the divisions. To propagate by seed, sow the seed in spring and keep the soil moist. The seedlings will emerge in a few weeks.

Where to Find Monactis hieronymi

Monactis hieronymi is found in the Mediterranean regions of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Monactis hieronymi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monactis hieronymi?

Monactis hieronymi

What is the common name of Monactis hieronymi?

Hieronymus Monactis

What is the natural habitat of Monactis hieronymi?

Grassy slopes and rocky outcrops

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References