Monteiroa leitei - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Monteiro
Source:
tro
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Anais Soc. Bot. Brasil 5: 447 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001260161
Common Names
- Leite's Monteiroa
- Leite's Monteiroa
- Leite's Monteiroa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Monteiroa leitei (also called Leite's Monteiroa, among many other common names) is a shrub with small white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to South America and is found in dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Monteiroa leitei has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Monteiroa leitei is a small, yellowish-greenish color. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have two, long, narrow leaves.
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Monteiroa leitei is a hardy plant that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation can be done through division or by sowing seeds.
Where to Find Monteiroa leitei
Monteiroa leitei is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky soils in desert scrub and grasslands.
Monteiroa leitei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monteiroa leitei?
Monteiroa leitei
What are the common names of Monteiroa leitei?
Leitei Tree Fern
What is the natural habitat of Monteiroa leitei?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Monteiroa genus
Species in the Malvaceae family
Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50195138: Based on the initial data import
Honorio da Costa Monteiro (1900-1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Monteiro' in the authors string.