Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
glandulosa
ID:
376971

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt

Source:
ksu

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 37: 49 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376303



Common Names

  • Monophyllaea glandulosa
  • Glandulosa Monophyllaea
  • Monophyllaea Monophyllaea


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Description

Monophyllaea glandulosa (also called 'Glandular Monophyllaea', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous, perennial plant native to South America. It has a single, smooth, oblong-shaped leaf and produces small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Monophyllaea glandulosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monophyllaea glandulosa has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monophyllaea glandulosa can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Monophyllaea glandulosa

Monophyllaea glandulosa is native to South Africa, and can be found in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Limpopo provinces.

Monophyllaea glandulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monophyllaea glandulosa?

Monophyllaea glandulosa

What is the common name of Monophyllaea glandulosa?

Glandular Monophyllaea

What is the natural habitat of Monophyllaea glandulosa?

Dry woodlands and grasslands in South Africa

Species in the Monophyllaea genus

Monophyllaea burttiana, Monophyllaea caulescens, Monophyllaea chinii, Monophyllaea cupiflora, Monophyllaea eymae, Monophyllaea anthocrena, Monophyllaea fissilis, Monophyllaea furcipila, Monophyllaea glabra, Monophyllaea glandulosa, Monophyllaea glauca, Monophyllaea elongata, Monophyllaea brevipes, Monophyllaea albicalyx, Monophyllaea andersonii, Monophyllaea hirticalyx, Monophyllaea hirtella, Monophyllaea horsfieldii, Monophyllaea hottae, Monophyllaea insignis, Monophyllaea hendersonii, Monophyllaea kostermansii, Monophyllaea wildeana, Monophyllaea stellata, Monophyllaea leuserensis, Monophyllaea longipes, Monophyllaea merrilliana, Monophyllaea musangensis, Monophyllaea papuana, Monophyllaea tetrasepala, Monophyllaea pendula, Monophyllaea tenuis, Monophyllaea ramosa, Monophyllaea sarangica, Monophyllaea selaborensis, Monophyllaea singularis, Monophyllaea grandifolia, Monophyllaea meriraiensis,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References