Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
monophylla
ID:
492748

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Cronquist

Source:
cmp

Year:
1944

Citation Micro:
Lloydia 7: 88 (1944)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492080



Common Names

  • Monophylla Simaba
  • Simaba monophylla
  • Monophylla Simaba


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Synonyms

  • Simarouba monophylla Oliv. [unknown]
  • Aruba macrophylla Kuntze [unknown]
  • Quassia monophylla (Oliv.) Noot. [unknown]

Description

Simaba monophylla (also called 'Monophyllous Simaba', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Simaba monophylla is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Simaba monophylla has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Simaba monophylla is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1.5–2 m. It prefers a sunny position in a well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Simaba monophylla

Simaba monophylla is native to South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Simaba monophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Simaba monophylla?

Simaba monophylla

What is the common name of Simaba monophylla?

Monophyllous Simaba

What is the natural habitat of Simaba monophylla?

Lowland rainforest in South America

Species in the Simaroubaceae family

Ailanthus vietnamensis, Ailanthus altissima, Ailanthus excelsus, Ailanthus fordii, Ailanthus integrifolia, Ailanthus triphysa, Amaroria soulameoides, Brucea antidysenterica, Brucea bruceadelpha, Brucea guineensis, Brucea javanica, Brucea macrocarpa, Brucea mollis, Brucea tenuifolia, Brucea tonkinensis, Brucea trichotoma, Castela calcicola, Castela coccinea, Castela depressa, Castela emoryi, Castela erecta, Castela galapageia, Castela jacquiniifolia, Castela leonis, Castela macrophylla, Castela peninsularis, Castela polyandra, Castela retusa, Castela spinosa, Castela stewartii, Castela tortuosa, Castela tweediei, Castela victorinii, Eurycoma apiculata, Eurycoma harmandiana, Eurycoma longifolia, Gymnostemon zaizou, Homalolepis salubris, Homalolepis suaveolens, Homalolepis subcymosa, Homalolepis suffruticosa, Homalolepis tocantina, Homalolepis warmingiana, Homalolepis arenaria, Homalolepis cavalcantei, Homalolepis cuneata, Homalolepis docensis, Homalolepis floribunda, Homalolepis insignis, Homalolepis intermedia,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2580356: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Arthur Cronquist (1919-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cronquist' in the authors string.