Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
sarangica
ID:
377029

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.L.Burtt

Source:
ksu

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 37: 43 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376361



Common Names

  • Monophyllaea sarangica
  • Sarangi's Monophyllaea
  • Sarangi's Leafless Orchid


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Description

Monophyllaea sarangica (also called Sarangi Monophyllaea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy areas, such as deserts and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Monophyllaea sarangica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monophyllaea sarangica is small, white and has four petals. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monophyllaea sarangica is a tropical plant that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant but needs regular watering during the summer months. It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage more flowering.

Where to Find Monophyllaea sarangica

Monophyllaea sarangica is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, specifically Brazil, Colombia, and Peru. It can be found in the understory of the rainforest.

Monophyllaea sarangica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monophyllaea sarangica?

Monophyllaea sarangica

What is the common name of Monophyllaea sarangica?

Sarangi's monophyllaea

What type of plant is Monophyllaea sarangica?

Fern

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,

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