Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
scabra
ID:
817245

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 1: 274 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816579



Common Names

  • Monopsis scabra
  • Scabrous Monopsis
  • Scabra Monopsis


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Description

Monopsis scabra (also called Scabrous 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 scabra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monopsis scabra is white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monopsis scabra is a tropical plant native to Mexico, Central America, and South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 meters. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by stem cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a potting mix of equal parts peat moss and perlite. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Monopsis scabra

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

Monopsis scabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monopsis scabra?

Monopsis scabra

What is the common name of Monopsis scabra?

Rough Monopsis

Where is Monopsis scabra 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,

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