Status:
valid
Authors:
J.F.Macbr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 11: 58 (1931)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472953
Common Names
- Monotagma dolosum
- Dolosum Monotagma
- Dolosum Chain of Hearts
Description
Monotagma dolosum (also called dolose watermelon begonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Urticaceae family. It is native to China and is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Monotagma dolosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate low light levels. It is also used to add texture and color to flower beds and borders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monotagma dolosum has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have round, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monotagma dolosum is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagate by stem cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Monotagma dolosum
Monotagma dolosum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Monotagma dolosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monotagma dolosum?
Monotagma dolosum
What type of plant is Monotagma dolosum?
Tropical perennial
Where is Monotagma dolosum native to?
Southeast Asia
Species in the Monotagma genus
Monotagma anathronum,
Monotagma angustissimum,
Monotagma contractum,
Monotagma contrariosum,
Monotagma densiflorum,
Monotagma dolosum,
Monotagma haughtii,
Monotagma juruanum,
Monotagma laxum,
Monotagma ovatum,
Monotagma parvulum,
Monotagma plurispicatum,
Monotagma rhodanthum,
Monotagma rudanii,
Monotagma secundum,
Monotagma smaragdinum,
Monotagma spicatum,
Monotagma tomentosum,
Monotagma ulei,
Monotagma vaginatum,
Monotagma yapacanensis,
Monotagma lilacinum,
Monotagma roseum,
Monotagma floribundum,
Monotagma exile,
Monotagma breviscapum,
Monotagma grallatum,
Monotagma tuberosum,
Monotagma humile,
Monotagma paradoxum,
Monotagma papillosum,
Monotagma flavicomum,
Monotagma aurantiispathum,
Monotagma uliginosum,
Monotagma congestum,
Monotagma nutans,
Monotagma septentrionale,
Monotagma remotum,
Monotagma spathulatum,
Monotagma ulei,
Species in the Marantaceae family
Afrocalathea rhizantha,
Calathea anderssonii,
Calathea annae,
Calathea anulque,
Calathea argyrophylla,
Calathea arrabidae,
Calathea asplundii,
Calathea bachemiana,
Calathea brenesii,
Calathea caesariata,
Calathea cannoides,
Calathea casupito,
Calathea chimboracensis,
Calathea congesta,
Calathea crotalifera,
Calathea dicephala,
Calathea eburnea,
Calathea erythrolepis,
Calathea fatimae,
Calathea glaziovii,
Calathea grandifolia,
Calathea grazielae,
Calathea guzmanioides,
Calathea hagbergii,
Calathea harlingii,
Calathea inocephala,
Calathea ischnosiphonoides,
Calathea koernickeana,
Calathea lancifolia,
Calathea lanicaulis,
Calathea lasiostachya,
Calathea lateralis,
Calathea latrinotecta,
Calathea littoralis,
Calathea lutea,
Calathea majestica,
Calathea makoyana,
Calathea marantina,
Calathea mediopicta,
Calathea metallica,
Calathea micans,
Calathea nitens,
Calathea orbifolia,
Calathea ornata,
Calathea panamensis,
Calathea pavonina,
Calathea platystachya,
Calathea pluriplicata,
Calathea plurispicata,
Calathea propinqua,