Monnina stenophylla - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenophylla
ID:
1274715
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.St.-Hil.
Source:
tro
Year:
1828
Citation Micro:
Ann. Soc. Roy. Sci. Orléans 9: 57 (1828)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274053
Common Names
- Monnina stenophylla
- Stenophylla Monnina
- Stenophylla Monnina Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Monnina stenophylla (also called Narrow-leaved Monnina, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has leathery, glossy green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky hillsides and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Monnina stenophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscape designs. It is also used in erosion control and to provide shade and shelter.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monnina stenophylla has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that grow in clusters and have a sweet, honey-like scent. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and green, with long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Monnina stenophylla is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, bright spot until they have rooted.
Where to Find Monnina stenophylla
Monnina stenophylla is found in South America, in Argentina and Bolivia.
Monnina stenophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monnina stenophylla?
Monnina stenophylla
What type of plant is Monnina stenophylla?
It is a shrub.
Where is Monnina stenophylla found?
It is found in Mexico.
Species in the Monnina genus
Monnina colombiana, Monnina cladostachya, Monnina ciliolata, Monnina chodatiana, Monnina cacumina, Monnina chlamydantha, Monnina cuatrecasasii, Monnina densa, Monnina crepinii, Monnina crassinervia, Monnina costaricensis, Monnina bracteata, Monnina pubescens, Monnina arbuscula, Monnina aestuans, Monnina linearifolia, Monnina lehmanniana, Monnina mollis, Monnina ferreyrae, Monnina glaberrima, Monnina erecta, Monnina elongata, Monnina euonymoides, Monnina dugandiana, Monnina idroboana, Monnina guatemalensis, Monnina grandifolia, Monnina acuminata, Monnina oblanceolata, Monnina pittieri, Monnina tristaniana, Monnina venezuelensis, Monnina tatei, Monnina sylvicola, Monnina sylvatica, Monnina xalapensis, Monnina subserrata, Monnina pennellii, Monnina parvifolia, Monnina parasylvatica, Monnina salicifolia, Monnina steyermarkii, Monnina solandrifolia, Monnina smithii, Monnina schultesii, Monnina schlechtendaliana, Monnina saprogena, Monnina santamartensis, Monnina andina, Monnina arbutus,
Species in the Polygalaceae family
Acanthocladus brasiliensis, Acanthocladus guayaquilensis, Acanthocladus moyanoi, Acanthocladus scleroxylon, Acanthocladus tehuelchum, Acanthocladus colombianus, Acanthocladus dukei, Acanthocladus pulcherrimus, Acanthocladus santosii, Acanthocladus dichromus, Ancylotropis insignis, Ancylotropis malmeana, Asemeia grandiflora, Asemeia ignatii, Asemeia ilheotica, Asemeia lindmaniana, Asemeia marquesiana, Asemeia martiana, Asemeia monninoides, Asemeia parietaria, Asemeia pohliana, Asemeia rhodoptera, Asemeia glabra, Asemeia hirsuta, Asemeia apopetala, Asemeia echinosperma, Asemeia hondurana, Asemeia securidaca, Asemeia sphaerospora, Asemeia tonsa, Asemeia acuminata, Asemeia extraaxillaris, Asemeia galmeri, Asemeia hebeclada, Asemeia mollis, Asemeia monticola, Asemeia ovata, Asemeia pseudohebeclada, Asemeia tobatiensis, Asemeia violacea, Asemeia floribunda, Atroxima afzeliana, Atroxima liberica, Badiera cubensis, Badiera fuertesii, Badiera oblongata, Badiera penaea, Badiera propinqua, Badiera virgata, Badiera subrhombifolia,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50269133: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Saint-Hilaire (1779-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.St.-Hil.' in the authors string.