Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
perijense
ID:
1578927

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alvear & Almeda

Source:

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 163: 33 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000041777



Common Names

  • Monochaetum
  • Perijense
  • Monochaetum Perijense


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Description

Monochaetum perijense (also called Monochaetum perijense, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Monochaetum perijense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monochaetum perijense has white flowers, small, black seeds and seedlings with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monochaetum perijense is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is best grown in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be treated with a rooting hormone and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly until they have rooted.

Where to Find Monochaetum perijense

Monochaetum perijense is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests at elevations of 1,000–2,000 m.

Monochaetum perijense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monochaetum perijense?

Monochaetum perijense

What is the common name of Monochaetum perijense?

Perijense

What is the natural habitat of Monochaetum perijense?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Monochaetum genus

Monochaetum ecaudatum, Monochaetum bonplandii, Monochaetum brachyurum, Monochaetum floribundum, Monochaetum gleasonianum, Monochaetum humboldtianum, Monochaetum lineatum, Monochaetum macrantherum, Monochaetum mariae, Monochaetum myrtoideum, Monochaetum polyneuron, Monochaetum rodriguezii, Monochaetum tachirense, Monochaetum deppeanum, Monochaetum discolor, Monochaetum glanduliferum, Monochaetum hartwegianum, Monochaetum lindeneanum, Monochaetum meridense, Monochaetum multiflorum, Monochaetum polyneurum, Monochaetum pulchrum, Monochaetum stellulatum, Monochaetum subditivum, Monochaetum dicranantherum, Monochaetum subglabrum, Monochaetum compactum, Monochaetum cordatum, Monochaetum exaltatum, Monochaetum neglectum, Monochaetum trichophyllum, Monochaetum vulcanicum, Monochaetum tenellum, Monochaetum alpestre, Monochaetum rubescens, Monochaetum calcaratum, Monochaetum linearifolium, Monochaetum amistadense, Monochaetum talamancense, Monochaetum amabile, Monochaetum strigosum, Monochaetum uribei, Monochaetum cinereum, Monochaetum laxifolium, Monochaetum magdalenense, Monochaetum uberrimum, Monochaetum vestitum, Monochaetum ciliatum, Monochaetum carbonoi, Monochaetum longicaudatum,

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, Acanthella pulchra, Acanthella conferta, Aciotis polystachya, Aciotis purpurascens, Aciotis acuminifolia, Aciotis annua, Aciotis rubricaulis, Aciotis cordata, Aciotis indecora, Aciotis paludosa, Aciotis circaeoides, Aciotis ornata, Aciotis circaeifolia, Aciotis wurdackiana, Aciotis olivieriana, Aciotis ferreirana, Aciotis viscida, Aciotis pendulifolia, Aciotis brachybotria, Acisanthera pulchella, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera boliviensis, Acisanthera variabilis, Acisanthera uniflora, Acisanthera alsinaefolia, Acisanthera paraguayensis, Acisanthera alata, Acisanthera hedyotoidea, Acisanthera glazioviana, Acisanthera quadrata, Acisanthera ayangannae, Acisanthera divaricata, Adelobotrys ciliatus, Adelobotrys atlanticus, Adelobotrys adscendens, Adelobotrys barbatus, Adelobotrys ciliata, Adelobotrys macrophylla, Adelobotrys praetexta, Adelobotrys tessmannii, Adelobotrys boissieriana, Adelobotrys fuscescens, Adelobotrys macrantha, Adelobotrys rotundifolius, Adelobotrys subsessilis, Adelobotrys jefensis, Adelobotrys linearifolia, Adelobotrys ayangannensis, Adelobotrys scandens,