Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
rosmarinifolia
ID:
122117

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 73 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000121446



Common Names

  • Rosemary Monticalia
  • Monticalia
  • Monticalia Rosemary


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Synonyms

  • Senecio romeroides Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Culcitium rosmarinifolium Benth. [unknown]
  • Pentacalia rosmarinifolia (Benth.) Cuatrec. [unknown]

Description

Monticalia rosmarinifolia (also called Rosemary-leaved Monticalia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with a yellow flower head. It typically grows in grassy areas, meadows and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Monticalia rosmarinifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monticalia rosmarinifolia is yellow and has a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monticalia rosmarinifolia is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. To propagate by division, divide the plant in the spring or fall and replant in the same area. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in the spring in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light. The seeds will germinate in about 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Monticalia rosmarinifolia

Monticalia rosmarinifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Monticalia rosmarinifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monticalia rosmarinifolia?

Monticalia rosmarinifolia

What is the common name of Monticalia rosmarinifolia?

Rosmarinifolia Monticalia

What is the family of Monticalia rosmarinifolia?

Asteraceae

Species in the Monticalia genus

Monticalia elatoides, Monticalia harrietae, Monticalia verticillata, Monticalia vernicifolia, Monticalia pulchella, Monticalia ramentosa, Monticalia masonhalei, Monticalia flosfragrans, Monticalia viridialba, Monticalia firmipes, Monticalia stuebelii, Monticalia trichopus, Monticalia arbutifolia, Monticalia micropachyphylla, Monticalia magnicalyculata, Monticalia schultzei, Monticalia vernicosa, Monticalia abietina, Monticalia nigrostagnosa, Monticalia reissiana, Monticalia perijaensis, Monticalia rigidifolia, Monticalia andicola, Monticalia pachypus, Monticalia imbricatifolia, Monticalia quiroana, Monticalia hammenii, Monticalia guadalupe, Monticalia cachacoensis, Monticalia carupana, Monticalia ledifolia, Monticalia cleefii, Monticalia verticillata, Monticalia libertatis, Monticalia tunamensis, Monticalia polymera, Monticalia albiramea, Monticalia gelida, Monticalia peruviana, Monticalia teretifolia, Monticalia guicanensis, Monticalia apiculata, Monticalia angustifolia, Monticalia romeroana, Monticalia empetroides, Monticalia taironae, Monticalia vaccinioides, Monticalia summapacis, Monticalia novolanata, Monticalia juajibioyi,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-82664: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.