Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
alba
ID:
817121

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phillipson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 93: 334 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816455



Common Names

  • Monopsis Alba
  • White Monopsis
  • White Monopsis Tree


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Description

Monopsis alba (also called White Monopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub-like perennial plant native to Central and South America. It has bright green foliage and small, white flowers. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil, and can tolerate some drought.

Uses & Benefits

Monopsis alba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monopsis alba is white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monopsis alba is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and should be kept moist until they are established. Division should be done in the spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Monopsis alba

Monopsis alba is native to Central and South America, and can be found in moist tropical forests.

Monopsis alba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monopsis alba?

Monopsis alba

What are the common names of Monopsis alba?

White Monopsis

What is the natural habitat of Monopsis alba?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-354334: Based on the initial data import
Peter B. Phillipson (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phillipson' in the authors string.