Monactis rhombifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhombifolia
ID:
133098
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sagást. & M.O.Dillon
Source:
gcc
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 61: 5, fig (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132427
Common Names
- Monactis rhombifolia
- Rhomboid Monactis
- Diamond-Leaved Monactis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Monactis rhombifolia (also called rhomb-leaved monactis, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of the world. It is a small plant, growing to a height of about 30 cm and has yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, in open, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Monactis rhombifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monactis rhombifolia has small yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons and long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Monactis rhombifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a sunny location. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Plants should be spaced 12-18 inches apart.
Where to Find Monactis rhombifolia
Monactis rhombifolia is native to South America and can be found in open, grassy areas.
Monactis rhombifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monactis rhombifolia?
Monactis rhombifolia
What is the common name of Monactis rhombifolia?
Monactis rhombifolia
Where is Monactis rhombifolia found?
It is found in the Mediterranean region
Species in the Monactis genus
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
Abundio Sagástegui Alva (1932-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sagást.' in the authors string.
Michael Dillon (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.O.Dillon' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:280995-2: Based on the initial data import