Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
vestitum
ID:
1274575

Status:
valid

Authors:
Almeda, Al.Rodr. & Garita

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Novon 14(3): 245 (-248; fig. 1) (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273913



Common Names

  • Monochaetum vestitum
  • Vestite Monochaetum
  • Vestite Monochaetum Bush


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Description

Monochaetum vestitum (also called vestite monochaetum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Melastomataceae family. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests, cloud forests, and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Monochaetum vestitum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monochaetum vestitum has yellow flowers with five petals and a hairy calyx. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are hairy and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monochaetum vestitum is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a perennial herb with a rhizomatous root system. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Monochaetum vestitum

Monochaetum vestitum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Monochaetum vestitum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monochaetum vestitum?

Monochaetum vestitum

What is the common name of Monochaetum vestitum?

Vestitum Monochaetum

Where is Monochaetum vestitum native to?

South Africa

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50268070: Based on the initial data import
Frank Almeda (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Almeda' in the authors string.
Alexander Rodríguez González (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al.Rodr.' in the authors string.
Alfonso Garita M.: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garita' in the authors string.