Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lojaensis
ID:
76104

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 44: 70 (-71), fig (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000075433



Common Names

  • Monactis
  • Loja Daisy
  • Giant Daisy


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Description

Monactis lojaensis (also called Loja Monactis, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Ecuador. It has small white flowers and grows in dry, rocky soils.

Uses & Benefits

Monactis lojaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin conditions and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monactis lojaensis is a yellow-green disc flower, with a single seed per flower. The seed is small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and thin, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monactis lojaensis is a perennial herb that is propagated from seeds or cuttings. It can be cultivated in well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and requires minimal maintenance.

Where to Find Monactis lojaensis

Monactis lojaensis is native to Ecuador.

Monactis lojaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monactis lojaensis?

Monactis lojaensis

What is the common name of Monactis lojaensis?

Loja Monactis

What is the habitat of Monactis lojaensis?

It is found in dry, open habitats in the Andes Mountains of Ecuador

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,