Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
tenuis
ID:
246370

Status:
valid

Authors:
Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 4: 239 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245702



Common Names

  • Monotaxis tenuis
  • Slender Monotaxis
  • Monotaxis


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Description

Monotaxis tenuis (also called Slender Monotaxis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to a height of 0.5–1 m. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in wet forests and open areas. It has long, lance-shaped leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Monotaxis tenuis 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 tenuis 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 tenuis 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 tenuis

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

Monotaxis tenuis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monotaxis tenuis?

Monotaxis tenuis

What are the common names of Monotaxis tenuis?

Slender Monotaxis

What is the habitat of Monotaxis tenuis?

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