Status:
valid
Authors:
Gilg
Source:
tro
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 28: 135 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001046461
Common Names
- Monotes magnificus
- Magnificent Monotes
- Magnificent False Daisy
Description
Monotes magnificus (also called Magnificent 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 magnificus 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 magnificus var. gigantophyllus (P.A.Duvign.) Meerts
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monotes magnificus has small, yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monotes magnificus is a medium-sized evergreen tree that can reach up to 25m in height. It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Nepal. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers full sun and is tolerant of moderate drought. It is also resistant to pests and diseases.
Where to Find Monotes magnificus
Monotes magnificus 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