Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
simplex
ID:
814157

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) E.Wimm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien 56: 370 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000813491



Common Names

  • Monopsis simplex
  • Simple Monopsis
  • Simplex Monopsis


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Description

Monopsis simplex (also called Simple Monopsis, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white, fragrant flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to South Africa and is found in moist forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Monopsis simplex is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Monopsis simplex flower is white with five petals, and the seed is a small, dark brown bean-like shape. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monopsis simplex is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, moist soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and should be about 10 cm long. Layering is done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch will then form roots and can be cut off and transplanted.

Where to Find Monopsis simplex

Monopsis simplex is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Monopsis simplex FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monopsis simplex?

Monopsis simplex

What is the common name of Monopsis simplex?

Simple Monopsis

What is the growth habit of Monopsis simplex?

It is an evergreen shrub

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-351596: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Franz Elfried Wimmer (1881-1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Wimm.' in the authors string.