Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
larsenii
ID:
1329470

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Suksathan & Triboun) Veldkamp & Mood

Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 66 (2):226. (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341924

Common Names

  • Monolophus larsenii
  • Larsen's Monolophus
  • Larsen's Snake Plant

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Description

Monolophus larsenii (also called Larsen's Monolophus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a single stem with a rosette of leaves at the base and a single flower head. It is found in rocky areas, dry meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Monolophus larsenii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for the treatment of fever, headaches, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monolophus larsenii 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

Monolophus larsenii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Monolophus larsenii

Monolophus larsenii can be found in Thailand.

Monolophus larsenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monolophus larsenii?

Monolophus larsenii

What is the natural habitat of Monolophus larsenii?

Monolophus larsenii is found in Thailand.

What is the flowering season of Monolophus larsenii?

Monolophus larsenii flowers in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Zingiberaceae family

Haniffia albiflora, Haniffia cyanescens, Haniffia flavescens, Haniffia santubongensis, Hedychium biflorum, Hedychium bijiangense, Hedychium boloveniorum, Hedychium bordelonianum, Hedychium borneense, Hedychium bousigonianum, Hedychium brevicaule, Hedychium calcaratum, Hedychium carneum, Hedychium coccineum, Hedychium convexum, Hedychium coronarium, Hedychium deceptum, Hedychium dekianum, Hedychium densiflorum, Hedychium elatum, Hedychium ellipticum, Hedychium elwesii, Hedychium emeiense, Hedychium erythrostemon, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavescens, Hedychium flavum, Hedychium forrestii, Hedychium gardnerianum, Hedychium glabrum, Hedychium glaucum, Hedychium gomezianum, Hedychium gracillimum, Hedychium grandiflorum, Hedychium gratum, Hedychium greenii, Hedychium griersonianum, Hedychium griffithianum, Hedychium hasseltii, Hedychium heteromallum, Hedychium hirsutissimum, Hedychium hookeri, Hedychium horsfieldii, Hedychium intermedium, Hedychium kwangsiense, Hedychium larsenii, Hedychium lineare, Hedychium longicornutum, Hedychium longipedunculatum, Hedychium luteum,

References

Jan Frederik Veldkamp (1941-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veldkamp' in the authors string.
Piyakaset Suksathan (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suksathan' in the authors string.
John Donald Mood (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mood' in the authors string.
Pramote Triboun: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triboun' in the authors string.
RBGE Resource Centre record for wfo-0001341924: Based on the initial data import