Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
theophrastifolia
ID:
1319260

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schweinf. ex Oliv. & Hiern) C.Jeffrey

Source:
ipni

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Mansfeld's Encycl. 4: 2048 (6: 2826) (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331714



Common Names

  • Monosis theophrastifolia
  • Theophrastifolia Monosis
  • Monosis theophrastifoli


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Description

Monosis theophrastifolia (also called 'Theophrast's Monosis', among many other common names) is an annual or biennial plant that grows up to 30cm tall. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Turkey and is commonly found in dry, grassy habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Monosis theophrastifolia is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monosis theophrastifolia has small yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monosis theophrastifolia is a perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is done by division or seeds. Division should be done in early spring or late autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Monosis theophrastifolia

Monosis theophrastifolia is native to Mexico and can be found in the northern and western parts of the country.

Monosis theophrastifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monosis theophrastifolia?

Monosis theophrastifolia

What is the common name of Monosis theophrastifolia?

Theophrast's Monosis

Where is Monosis theophrastifolia found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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

Georg August Schweinfurth (1836-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schweinf.' in the authors string.
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.