Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
papuana
ID:
377023

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lauterb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 8: 326 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000376355

Common Names

  • Monophyllaea papuana
  • Papuana
  • Monophyllaea

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Synonyms

  • Monophyllaea finisterrae Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Monophyllaea papuana (also called Papuan Monophyllaea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It grows in dry, sandy areas, such as deserts and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Monophyllaea papuana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Monophyllaea papuana has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Seed: The seed of Monophyllaea papuana is a small, dark brown nut. Seedlings: Monophyllaea papuana seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monophyllaea papuana is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial herb. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the clumps. The seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. Division of the clumps should be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be replanted in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Monophyllaea papuana

Monophyllaea papuana is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in the understory of the rainforest, near streams and rivers.

Monophyllaea papuana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monophyllaea papuana?

Monophyllaea papuana

What is the common name of Monophyllaea papuana?

Papuan monophyllaea

What type of plant is Monophyllaea papuana?

Fern

Species in the Monophyllaea genus

Monophyllaea burttiana, Monophyllaea caulescens, Monophyllaea chinii, Monophyllaea cupiflora, Monophyllaea eymae, Monophyllaea anthocrena, Monophyllaea fissilis, Monophyllaea furcipila, Monophyllaea glabra, Monophyllaea glandulosa, Monophyllaea glauca, Monophyllaea elongata, Monophyllaea brevipes, Monophyllaea albicalyx, Monophyllaea andersonii, Monophyllaea hirticalyx, Monophyllaea hirtella, Monophyllaea horsfieldii, Monophyllaea hottae, Monophyllaea insignis, Monophyllaea hendersonii, Monophyllaea kostermansii, Monophyllaea wildeana, Monophyllaea stellata, Monophyllaea leuserensis, Monophyllaea longipes, Monophyllaea merrilliana, Monophyllaea musangensis, Monophyllaea papuana, Monophyllaea tetrasepala, Monophyllaea pendula, Monophyllaea tenuis, Monophyllaea ramosa, Monophyllaea sarangica, Monophyllaea selaborensis, Monophyllaea singularis, Monophyllaea grandifolia, Monophyllaea meriraiensis,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,