Monotes glaber - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaber
ID:
377610
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sprague
Source:
ksu
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1909: 305 (1909)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376942
Common Names
- Monotes Glaber
- Glaber Monotes
- Glaber Monotes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Monotes glaber (also called African grass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Africa. It has a tufted growth habit and can grow up to 1.5 meters tall. It is found in grasslands, savannas, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Monotes glaber is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Monotes glaber is small and yellow. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Monotes glaber is a tropical plant that is grown in warm climates. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or root division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Monotes glaber
Monotes glaber can be found in the tropical regions of Africa.
Monotes glaber FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monotes glaber?
Monotes glaber
Where is Monotes glaber found?
Monotes glaber is found in tropical Africa.
What is the flowering period of Monotes glaber?
Monotes glaber flowers from May to October.
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
References
Thomas Archibald Sprague (1877-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sprague' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:321079-1: Based on the initial data import