Menonvillea spathulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spathulata
ID:
370411
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gillies & Hook.) Rollins
Source:
cmp
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 177: 22 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000369743
Common Names
- Menonvillea spathulata
- Spathulate Menonvillea
- Spathulate Menonvillea-shrub
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- Hexaptera pusilla Phil. [unknown]
- Hexaptera spathulata Gillies & Hook. [unknown]
- Hexaptera spathulata glaberrima Gilg & Muschl. [unknown]
- Hexaptera spathulata pusilla Reiche [unknown]
- Hexaptera spathulata pusilla Gilg & Muschl. [unknown]
- Hexaptera cuneata edentata Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Menonvillea spathulata (also called Mexican feather grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Mexico and Central America. It has thin, light green leaves and grows up to a height of 1-2 feet. It is found in dry, open areas and is drought-tolerant.
Uses & Benefits
Menonvillea spathulata is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as an ingredient in essential oils. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and digestive issues. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Menonvillea spathulata is a small, white to pinkish-white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with white to pinkish-white flowers and dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Menonvillea spathulata is a succulent plant that is native to Mexico. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or offsets. It can be grown in a pot with well-draining soil, and should be kept in a sunny spot. Water the plant regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. It can also be propagated from seeds, but this is a more difficult process.
Where to Find Menonvillea spathulata
Menonvillea spathulata is native to South America and is found in wet habitats, such as marshes and swamps.
Menonvillea spathulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Menonvillea spathulata?
Menonvillea spathulata
What is the common name of Menonvillea spathulata?
Spoon-leaved Menonvillea
What is the habitat of Menonvillea spathulata?
It is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands, fields, and roadsides.
Species in the Menonvillea genus
Menonvillea linearis, Menonvillea cuneata, Menonvillea flexuosa, Menonvillea frigida, Menonvillea chilensis, Menonvillea cicatricosa, Menonvillea constitutionis, Menonvillea spathulata, Menonvillea virens, Menonvillea litoralis, Menonvillea orbiculata, Menonvillea scapigera, Menonvillea zuloagaensis, Menonvillea pinnatifida, Menonvillea macrocarpa, Menonvillea minima, Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii, Menonvillea purpurea, Menonvillea comberi, Menonvillea famatinensis, Menonvillea patagonica, Menonvillea rigida, Menonvillea filifolia, Menonvillea marticorenae,
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-2360812: Based on the initial data import
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
John Gillies (1792-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gillies' in the authors string.
Reed C. Rollins (1911-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rollins' in the authors string.