Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
1064738

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Mey.

Source:
tro

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Tent. Fl. Abyss. 1: 115 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001064076



Common Names

  • Monsonia angustifolia
  • Angustifolia Monsonia
  • Narrow-Leaved Monsonia


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Description

Monsonia angustifolia (also called Narrow-Leaved Monsonia, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant that is native to South Africa. It has a rosette of basal leaves and produces small white flowers in the summer. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Monsonia angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces attractive white flowers. It is also used to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Monsonia angustifolia flower is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a thin, papery coating. The seedling is a small, green, slender stem with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monsonia angustifolia is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained seed-raising mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Monsonia angustifolia

Monsonia angustifolia is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Species in the Geraniaceae family

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