Status:
valid
Authors:
(Picheans. & Sangnark) D.Verma, Barbhuiya & S.Dey
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
NeBio 9:175. (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001426412
Common Names
- Monolophus monensis
- Monensis Monolophus
- Monolophus
Description
Monolophus monensis (also called Mon Monolophus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Zingiberaceae. It is native to Myanmar. It grows in lowland forests and is found at elevations of up to 1000 metres.
Uses & Benefits
Monolophus monensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Monolophus monensis are yellow in colour and have a sweet, fragrant scent. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monolophus monensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seeds. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny to partially shaded position. When planting, ensure that the seeds are just below the surface of the soil. Water regularly and fertilize every few months.
Where to Find Monolophus monensis
Monolophus monensis is found in Myanmar.
Monolophus monensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monolophus monensis?
Monolophus monensis
What is the common name of Monolophus monensis?
Mono Monolophus
Where is Monolophus monensis native to?
Myanmar
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,
References
Supatthra Sangnark: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sangnark' in the authors string.