Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
debilis
ID:
817231

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.f.) C.Presl

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Monogr. Lobel. : 11 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816565



Common Names

  • Monopsis debilis
  • Weak Monopsis
  • Debilis Monopsis


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Description

Monopsis debilis (also called Weak Monopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial with a creeping rhizome and a short stem. It is native to tropical Africa, where it is found in moist forests and savannas. It is also found in tropical Asia, where it is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Monopsis debilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Monopsis debilis var. depressa (L.f.) Phillipson
Monopsis debilis var. gracilis (C.Presl) Phillipson
Monopsis debilis var. debilis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monopsis debilis is a small, yellow-greenish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have five petals.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monopsis debilis is a tropical plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Monopsis debilis

Monopsis debilis is native to Central and South America and is found in lowland rainforests.

Monopsis debilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monopsis debilis?

Monopsis debilis

What is the common name of Monopsis debilis?

Weak Monopsis

Where is Monopsis debilis native to?

West Africa

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-354438: Based on the initial data import
Carl Borivoj Presl (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Presl' in the authors string.
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.