Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
lutea
ID:
817290

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 1: 276 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816624



Common Names

  • Monopsis lutea
  • Luteous Monopsis
  • Luteous Olive


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Description

Monopsis lutea (also called Yellow Monopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It has white flowers and grows in dry, open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Monopsis lutea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monopsis lutea has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monopsis lutea is a small shrub native to South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers a well-draining soil and should be kept moist but not wet. It should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be fertilized regularly. It is also important to prune the plant regularly to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Monopsis lutea

Monopsis lutea can be found in the tropical forests of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Monopsis lutea FAQ

What are the light requirements of Monopsis lutea?

Monopsis lutea prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil does Monopsis lutea prefer?

Monopsis lutea prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

How often should Monopsis lutea be watered?

Monopsis lutea should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week.

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,

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