Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
occidentalis
ID:
246363

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. : 19 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245695



Common Names

  • Monotaxis occidentalis
  • Western Monotaxis
  • Monotaxis


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Description

Monotaxis occidentalis (also called Western 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 occidentalis 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 occidentalis 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 occidentalis 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 occidentalis

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

Monotaxis occidentalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monotaxis occidentalis?

Monotaxis occidentalis

What are the common names of Monotaxis occidentalis?

Western Monotaxis

What is the habitat of Monotaxis occidentalis?

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