Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
gloxinifolius
ID:
246279

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. & C.A.Mey.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus) 1: 34 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245611



Common Names

  • Gloxinia-leaf Monochilus
  • Gloxinifolius Monochilus
  • Gloxinia-leaf Monochilus


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Description

Monochilus gloxinifolius (also called Gloxinia-leaved monochilus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and a strong scent. It is native to California and grows in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Monochilus gloxinifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monochilus gloxinifolius has small, white flowers that are arranged in a terminal spike. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves and a taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monochilus gloxinifolius is an evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Monochilus gloxinifolius

Monochilus gloxinifolius can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Monochilus gloxinifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monochilus gloxinifolius?

Monochilus gloxinifolius

What are the common names of Monochilus gloxinifolius?

Gloxinia-leaved Monochilus

What is the habitat of Monochilus gloxinifolius?

Dry, open, rocky slopes and ridges

Species in the Monochilus genus

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-129460: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Carl Anton von Meyer (1795-1855): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Mey.' in the authors string.