Monopyle maxonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maxonii
ID:
377016
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.V.Morton in Standl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 18: 1183 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376348
Common Names
- Monopyle maxonii
- Maxonii
- Monopyle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Monopyle maxonii (also called Maxon's Monopyle, among many other common names) is a small, perennial, grass-like plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as along the edges of forests and in wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Monopyle maxonii 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
Flower: Monopyle maxonii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Seed: The seed of Monopyle maxonii is a small, dark brown nut. Seedlings: Monopyle maxonii seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Monopyle maxonii is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial herb. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the clumps. The seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division of the clumps should be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be replanted in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist.
Where to Find Monopyle maxonii
Monopyle maxonii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the understory of the rainforest, near streams and rivers.
Monopyle maxonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monopyle maxonii?
Monopyle maxonii
What is the common name of Monopyle maxonii?
Maxon's monopyle
What type of plant is Monopyle maxonii?
Fern
Species in the Monopyle genus
Monopyle puberula, Monopyle subdimidiata, Monopyle maxonii, Monopyle multiflora, Monopyle uniflora, Monopyle iserniana, Monopyle subsessilis, Monopyle grandiflora, Monopyle macrocarpa, Monopyle panamensis, Monopyle sodiroana, Monopyle angustifolia, Monopyle flava, Monopyle mexiae, Monopyle paniculata, Monopyle reflexa, Monopyle ecuadorensis, Monopyle stenoloba, Monopyle inaequalis, Monopyle aurea, Monopyle longicarpa,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2371960: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Conrad Vernon Morton (1905-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.V.Morton' in the authors string.