Moschopsis monocephala - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monocephala
ID:
1290666
Status:
valid
Authors:
Reiche
Source:
tro
Year:
1900
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 29: 118 (1900)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001290004
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesUses & Benefits
Moschopsis monocephala is a low-growing, spreading plant that is often used as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It is also a popular choice for rock gardens and containers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Moschopsis monocephala is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have a single, long stem.
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Moschopsis monocephala is a perennial herb that is native to southeastern Australia. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. Seed should be sown in a well-drained potting mix in early spring. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny spot until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants should be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a sunny spot.
Where to Find Moschopsis monocephala
Moschopsis monocephala is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Guerrero.
Moschopsis monocephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Moschopsis monocephala?
Moschopsis monocephala
What is the common name of Moschopsis monocephala?
One-headed Musk Flower
What is the natural habitat of Moschopsis monocephala?
It is native to the Mediterranean region
Species in the Moschopsis genus
Species in the Calyceraceae family
Acicarpha bonariensis, Acicarpha obtusisepala, Acicarpha procumbens, Acicarpha runcinata, Acicarpha tribuloides, Boopis andicola, Boopis anthemoides, Boopis australis, Boopis breviscapa, Boopis bupleuroides, Boopis castillonii, Boopis chubutensis, Boopis filifolia, Boopis gracilis, Boopis graminea, Boopis itatiaiae, Boopis juergensii, Boopis multicaulis, Boopis patagonica, Boopis pusilla, Boopis raffaellii, Boopis pterocalyx, Boopis necronensis, Calycera balsamitifolia, Calycera boopidea, Calycera calcitrapa, Calycera crassifolia, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera herbacea, Calycera horrida, Calycera lanata, Calycera leucanthema, Calycera pulvinata, Calycera sessiliflora, Calycera sympaganthera, Calycera eryngioides, Calycera leucanthema, Gamocarpha alpina, Gamocarpha angustifolia, Gamocarpha dentata, Gamocarpha gilliesii, Gamocarpha ligulata, Gamocarpha polycephala, Gamocarpha selliana, Moschopsis caleopuensis, Moschopsis leyboldi, Moschopsis monocephala, Moschopsis rosulata, Moschopsis subandina, Moschopsis trilobata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-5400023: Based on the initial data import
Karl Friedrich Reiche (1860-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reiche' in the authors string.