Status:
valid
Authors:
Gilg
Source:
tro
Year:
1895
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas , C: 275 (1895)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001046464
Common Names
- Monotes adenophyllus
- Adenophyllus Monotes
- Adenophyllus Monotes Plant
Description
Monotes adenophyllus (also called Adenophyllous Monotes, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to Madagascar. It has a spreading habit and elliptic leaves. It is found in lowland and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Monotes adenophyllus is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Monotes adenophyllus var. adenophyllus
Monotes adenophyllus var. homblei (De Wild.) Meerts
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monotes adenophyllus has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monotes adenophyllus is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 10-15 m tall. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy shoots and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, sunny location and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Monotes adenophyllus
Monotes adenophyllus is native to Madagascar and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Species in the Monotes genus
Monotes adenophyllus,
Monotes africana,
Monotes autennei,
Monotes dasyanthus,
Monotes doryphorus,
Monotes duvigneaudii,
Monotes engleri,
Monotes gilgii,
Monotes gilletii,
Monotes glaber,
Monotes glandulosus,
Monotes gossweileri,
Monotes hirtii,
Monotes hutchinsonianus,
Monotes hypoleucus,
Monotes kapiriensis,
Monotes katangensis,
Monotes kerstingii,
Monotes lukuluensis,
Monotes lutambensis,
Monotes madagascariensis,
Monotes magnificus,
Monotes nyasensis,
Monotes paivae,
Monotes pearsonii,
Monotes pwetoensis,
Monotes redheadii,
Monotes rubriglans,
Monotes rufotomentosus,
Monotes stevensonii,
Monotes thomasii,
Monotes tomentellus,
Monotes verdickii,
Monotes xasenguensis,
Species in the Dipterocarpaceae family