Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1821
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. 2: 420 (1821)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000369661
Common Names
- Menonvillea linearis
- Linear Menonvillea
- Linear False-spike
Synonyms
- Menonvillea trifida Phil. [unknown]
- Menonvillea virgata Phil. [unknown]
- Dispeltophorus crassifolius Lehm. [unknown]
- Dispeltophorus crassifolius Lehm. ex Gilg & Muschl. [unknown]
- Menonvillea robustula Steud. [unknown]
- Menonvillea linearis linearis [unknown]
- Menonvillea linearis trifida Reiche [unknown]
- Menonvillea linearis virgata Reiche [unknown]
Description
Menonvillea linearis (also called Linear Menonvillea, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Mexico. It has a rounded habit and produces white, bell-shaped flowers. It grows in moist forests and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Menonvillea linearis is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to attract hummingbirds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Menonvillea linearis is white in color and has a diameter of 1 cm. The seed is small and round with a diameter of 0.5 cm. The seedlings are small and have a diameter of 0.5 cm.
Cultivation and Propagation
Menonvillea linearis is a perennial shrub native to Mexico. It is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of tubular, yellow flowers. It can be propagated by cuttings or seed. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil.
Where to Find Menonvillea linearis
Menonvillea linearis is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas.
Menonvillea linearis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Menonvillea linearis?
Menonvillea linearis
What is the common name of Menonvillea linearis?
Linear Menonvillea
What is the habitat of Menonvillea linearis?
It is found in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs
Species in the Menonvillea genus
Menonvillea linearis,
Menonvillea cuneata,
Menonvillea flexuosa,
Menonvillea frigida,
Menonvillea chilensis,
Menonvillea cicatricosa,
Menonvillea constitutionis,
Menonvillea spathulata,
Menonvillea virens,
Menonvillea litoralis,
Menonvillea orbiculata,
Menonvillea scapigera,
Menonvillea zuloagaensis,
Menonvillea pinnatifida,
Menonvillea macrocarpa,
Menonvillea minima,
Menonvillea nordenskjoeldii,
Menonvillea purpurea,
Menonvillea comberi,
Menonvillea famatinensis,
Menonvillea patagonica,
Menonvillea rigida,
Menonvillea filifolia,
Menonvillea marticorenae,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,