Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Geraniales
Genus:
Species:
nivea
ID:
377056

Status:
valid

Authors:
Webb

Source:
cmp

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Fragm. Fl. Aethiop.-Aegypt. : 59 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376388



Common Names

  • Monsonia nivea
  • Snowy Monsonia
  • Snowy Geranium


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Synonyms

  • Monsonia commixta Rech.f., Aellen & Esfand. [unknown]
  • Erodium bonacellii Pamp. [unknown]
  • Erodium glaucophyllum Bové ex Decne. [unknown]
  • Erodium niveum Decne. [unknown]
  • Monsonia nivea intermedia Täckh. & Boulos [unknown]
  • Monsonia nivea villosa Täckh. & Boulos [unknown]

Description

Monsonia nivea (also called Snowy Monsonia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy areas, such as deserts and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Monsonia nivea is used as a medicinal plant and for its ornamental value. It is also used as a source of food and fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monsonia nivea has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single round leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monsonia nivea is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Monsonia nivea

Monsonia nivea is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It can be found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and floodplains.

Monsonia nivea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monsonia nivea?

Monsonia nivea

What is the common name of Monsonia nivea?

Snowy monsonia

What type of plant is Monsonia nivea?

Herb

Species in the Geraniaceae family

California macrophylla, Erodium aytacii, Erodium absinthoides, Erodium acaule, Erodium adenophorum, Erodium aethiopicum, Erodium aguilellae, Erodium alnifolium, Erodium alpinum, Erodium amanum, Erodium anaristatum, Erodium angustilobum, Erodium anthemidifolium, Erodium arborescens, Erodium asplenioides, Erodium astragaloides, Erodium atlanticum, Erodium aureum, Erodium battandierianum, Erodium beketowii, Erodium birandianum, Erodium boissieri, Erodium bolosii, Erodium botrys, Erodium brachycarpum, Erodium carvifolium, Erodium castellanum, Erodium cazorlanum, Erodium cedrorum, Erodium celtibericum, Erodium cheilanthifolium, Erodium chevallieri, Erodium chilense, Erodium chium, Erodium chrysanthum, Erodium ciconium, Erodium cicutarium, Erodium corsicum, Erodium crassifolium, Erodium crenatum, Erodium crinitum, Erodium crispum, Erodium cyconioides, Erodium cygnorum, Erodium cyrenaicum, Erodium daucoides, Erodium dimorphum, Erodium fallax, Erodium flexuosum, Erodium foetidum,

References