Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
monostachya
ID:
247525

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Rauschert

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 94: 456 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000246857



Common Names

  • Monostachya Mycaranthes
  • Mycaranthes Monostachya
  • Mycaranthes monostachya


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Synonyms

  • Pinalia monostachya Kuntze [unknown]
  • Eria monostachya Lindl. [unknown]
  • Eria monostachya pleiostachya Beck [unknown]

Description

Mycaranthes monostachya (also called 'One-spiked Mycaranthes', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, and is typically found in shady, humid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mycaranthes monostachya is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mycaranthes monostachya has yellow flowers with white centers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mycaranthes monostachya is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist potting mix. The plant should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the roots have developed.

Where to Find Mycaranthes monostachya

Mycaranthes monostachya is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Mycaranthes monostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mycaranthes monostachya?

Mycaranthes monostachya

What is the common name of Mycaranthes monostachya?

One-spiked mycaranthes

What is the natural habitat of Mycaranthes monostachya?

Tropical rainforests in South America

Species in the Mycaranthes genus

Mycaranthes citrina, Mycaranthes forbesiana, Mycaranthes hawkesii, Mycaranthes latifolia, Mycaranthes leucotricha, Mycaranthes lobata, Mycaranthes monostachya, Mycaranthes nieuwenhuisii, Mycaranthes obliqua, Mycaranthes oblitterata, Mycaranthes padangensis, Mycaranthes rhinoceros, Mycaranthes schistoloba, Mycaranthes sonkaris, Mycaranthes stenophylla, Mycaranthes tjadasmalangensis, Mycaranthes tricuspidata, Mycaranthes depauperata, Mycaranthes longibracteata, Mycaranthes anceps, Mycaranthes candoonensis, Mycaranthes clemensiae, Mycaranthes davaensis, Mycaranthes lamellata, Mycaranthes mindanaensis, Mycaranthes vanoverberghii, Mycaranthes gigantea, Mycaranthes floribunda, Mycaranthes leonardoi, Mycaranthes farinosa, Mycaranthes magnicallosa, Mycaranthes major, Mycaranthes meliganensis, Mycaranthes melaleuca, Mycaranthes crucigera, Mycaranthes angustifolia, Mycaranthes brevicaulis,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-130672: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Stephan Rauschert (1931-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rauschert' in the authors string.