Monotes hypoleucus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hypoleucus
ID:
377598
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Welw. ex Oliv.) Gilg
Source:
cmp
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 28: 134 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376930
Common Names
- Monotes Hypoleucus
- Hypoleucus Monotes
- Hypoleucus Monotes
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- Vatica africana hypoleuca Welw. ex Oliv. [valid]
- Vatica hypoleuca Welw. [invalid]
- Monotes africanus hypoleuca Welw. ex Oliv. [valid]
Description
Monotes hypoleucus (also called White-flowered Monotes, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a shrub, growing up to 4m tall. It is native to tropical regions of Africa. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests, and also in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Monotes hypoleucus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and digestive problems.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Monotes hypoleucus for. cordatus (Hutch.) MeertsMonotes hypoleucus for. oxyphyllinus (P.A.Duvign.) Meerts
Monotes hypoleucus var. angolensis (De Wild.) Meerts
Monotes hypoleucus var. caloneurus (Gilg) Meerts
Monotes hypoleucus var. discolor (R.E.Fr.) Meerts
Monotes hypoleucus var. loandensis (Exell) Meerts
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monotes hypoleucus has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters on the stem. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and slender, with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Monotes hypoleucus 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 hypoleucus
Monotes hypoleucus can be found in the tropical regions of Africa.
Monotes hypoleucus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monotes hypoleucus?
Monotes hypoleucus
What type of plant is Monotes hypoleucus?
It is a small tree or shrub
What are the uses of Monotes hypoleucus?
It is used in traditional medicine and as an ornamental plant
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
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.