Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
rudanii
ID:
473707

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hagberg

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 32(224): 163 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473039



Common Names

  • Monotagma Rudanii
  • Rudan's Monotagma
  • Rudan's False Pilea


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Description

Monotagma rudanii (also called 'Rudani's Clearweed', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It has thin, erect stems and small, ovate to lanceolate leaves. It grows in moist, open habitats such as swamps, ditches, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Monotagma rudanii is an ornamental plant that is used for its attractive foliage and small, white flowers. It is often used as a ground cover or in containers. It can also be used as a houseplant, and its leaves can be used to make a tea with a mild, pleasant taste.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monotagma rudanii has small, white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monotagma rudanii is a low-growing, evergreen perennial with small, round, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Monotagma rudanii

Monotagma rudanii is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in nurseries and garden centers in tropical climates.

Monotagma rudanii FAQ

What is the common name of Monotagma rudanii?

Rudani's monotagma

What type of plant is Monotagma rudanii?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the scientific name of Rudani's monotagma?

Monotagma rudanii

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-254616: Based on the initial data import
Mats Hagberg (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hagberg' in the authors string.