Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
chilensis
ID:
370363

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Turcz.) Turcz. ex B.D.Jacks.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Index Kew. 2: 207 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000369695



Common Names

  • Menonvillea Chilensis
  • Chilean Menonvillea
  • Chilean Starwort


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Synonyms

  • Menonvillea aptera Phil. [unknown]
  • Menonvillea parviflora Phil. [unknown]
  • Menonvillea parvula Phil. [unknown]
  • Cymatoptera chilensis Turcz. [unknown]
  • Menonvillea chilensis aptera (Phil.) Rollins [unknown]
  • Menonvillea parviflora aptera I.M.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Menonvillea media Turcz. [unknown]
  • Cryptospora chilensis Turcz. [unknown]
  • Menonvillea chilensis chilensis [unknown]
  • Menonvillea orbiculata parviflora Reiche [unknown]
  • Menonvillea pinnatifida parvula Gilg & Muschl. [unknown]

Description

Menonvillea chilensis (also called Chilean menonvillea, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to temperate and subtropical regions of the world. It grows in dry, open places, such as along roadsides, in fields, and in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Menonvillea chilensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its flowers are used in making garlands and its leaves are used as a medicinal herb to treat fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Menonvillea chilensis has small, yellow flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single, short stem with a tuft of leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Menonvillea chilensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It can be cultivated in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.

Where to Find Menonvillea chilensis

Menonvillea chilensis is native to Chile and is found in wet habitats, such as marshes and swamps.

Menonvillea chilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Menonvillea chilensis?

Menonvillea chilensis

What is the common name of Menonvillea chilensis?

Chilean Menonvillea

What is the habitat of Menonvillea chilensis?

It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs

Species in the Brassicaceae family

Abdra brachycarpa, Abdra aprica, Acuston perenne, Aethionema rhodopaeum, Aethionema alanyae, Aethionema arabicum, Aethionema armenum, Aethionema capitatum, Aethionema carlsbergii, Aethionema carneum, Aethionema cephalanthum, Aethionema cordatum, Aethionema coridifolium, Aethionema demirizii, Aethionema diastrophis, Aethionema dumanii, Aethionema edentulum, Aethionema eunomioides, Aethionema fimbriatum, Aethionema froedinii, Aethionema gileadense, Aethionema glaucinum, Aethionema grandiflorum, Aethionema heterocarpum, Aethionema heterophyllum, Aethionema huber-morathii, Aethionema karamanicum, Aethionema lepidioides, Aethionema levandowskyi, Aethionema lycium, Aethionema marashicum, Aethionema membranaceum, Aethionema munzurense, Aethionema orbiculatum, Aethionema papillosum, Aethionema retsina, Aethionema saxatile, Aethionema schistosum, Aethionema semnanensis, Aethionema speciosum, Aethionema spicatum, Aethionema stylosum, Aethionema subulatum, Aethionema syriacum, Aethionema thesiifolium, Aethionema thomasianum, Aethionema transhyrcanum, Aethionema turcicum, Aethionema umbellatum, Aethionema virgatum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2360715: Based on the initial data import
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Daydon Jackson (1846-1927): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.D.Jacks.' in the authors string.