Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
elliptica
ID:
1281406

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Uribe

Source:
tro

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 8: [319], fig. 1 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280744



Common Names

  • Monolena Elliptica
  • Elliptica Monolena
  • Monolena Tree


Searching for Monolena elliptica? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Monolena elliptica (also called Elliptic Monolena, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a prostrate habit and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are white in color. It is found in moist, open habitats and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Monolena elliptica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monolena elliptica has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

Searching for Monolena elliptica? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Monolena elliptica can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Where to Find Monolena elliptica

Monolena elliptica is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Panama.

Monolena elliptica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monolena elliptica?

Monolena elliptica

What is the common name of Monolena elliptica?

Elliptic Monolena

Where is Monolena elliptica native to?

The Caribbean

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,