Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wall.) Wall.
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
Citation Micro:
Numer. List 6592
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472817
Common Names
- Monolophus Linearis
- Linearis Monolophus
- Lineari Monolophus
Synonyms
- Caulokaempferia linearis (Wall.) K.Larsen [valid]
- Costus linearis Spreng. [unknown]
- Kaempferia linearis Wall. [valid]
Description
Monolophus linearis (also called Linear-leaved Monolophus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to tropical regions of the Americas. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Monolophus linearis is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monolophus linearis has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monolophus linearis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.
Where to Find Monolophus linearis
Monolophus linearis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Monolophus linearis FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Monolophus linearis?
Monolophus linearis prefers temperatures between 65-80 degrees Fahrenheit.
What is the optimal light level for Monolophus linearis?
Monolophus linearis prefers bright, indirect light.
What is the optimal humidity level for Monolophus linearis?
Monolophus linearis prefers a humidity level of 50-70%.
Species in the Monolophus genus
Monolophus coenobialis,
Monolophus linearis,
Monolophus secundus,
Monolophus arunachalensis,
Monolophus amplexicaulis,
Monolophus bolavenensis,
Monolophus bracteatus,
Monolophus larsenii,
Monolophus pedemontanus,
Monolophus sikkimensis,
Monolophus chayanianus,
Monolophus suksathanii,
Monolophus monensis,
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,