Monotes pearsonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pearsonii
ID:
376686
Status:
valid
Authors:
H.H.Bancr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 11: 44 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376018
Common Names
- Monotes pearsonii
- Pearsonii Monotes
- Monotes Monotes
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Monotes pearsonii (also called Pearson's Monotes, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to Africa, where it is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It has small, linear leaves and yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Monotes pearsonii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and asthma.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Monotes pearsonii is white with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, shiny, and smooth nut. The seedlings are small, with dark green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Monotes pearsonii is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seedbed. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The clumps should be divided into smaller pieces and then replanted in a well-drained soil. Once established, the plants can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Where to Find Monotes pearsonii
Monotes pearsonii is native to the tropical and subtropical forests of Africa.
Monotes pearsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monotes pearsonii?
Monotes pearsonii
What is the family of Monotes pearsonii?
Rubiaceae
Where is Monotes pearsonii found?
Monotes pearsonii is found in tropical Africa and Madagascar.
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,