Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
bracteata
ID:
246345

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nees ex Klotzsch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 2: 230 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245677



Common Names

  • Monotaxis bracteata
  • Bracted Monotaxis
  • Monotaxis


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Description

Monotaxis bracteata (also called Bracted monotaxis, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and a strong scent. It is native to California and grows in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Monotaxis bracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monotaxis bracteata has small, white flowers that are arranged in a terminal spike. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves and a taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monotaxis bracteata is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Monotaxis bracteata

Monotaxis bracteata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Monotaxis bracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monotaxis bracteata?

Monotaxis bracteata

What are the common names of Monotaxis bracteata?

Bracted Monotaxis

What is the habitat of Monotaxis bracteata?

Dry, open, rocky slopes and ridges

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-129528: Based on the initial data import
Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.