Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 48: 169 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473027
Common Names
- Plurispicatum Monotagma
- Monotagma Plurispicatum
- Plurispicatum Plant
Synonyms
- Hymenocharis guianensis Kuntze [unknown]
- Hymenocharis plurispicata Kuntze [unknown]
- Ischnosiphon guianensis Körn. [unknown]
- Ischnosiphon nemorosus S.Moore [unknown]
- Ischnosiphon plurispicatus Körn. [unknown]
- Monotagma guianense K.Schum. [unknown]
- Monotagma plurispicatum plurispicatum [unknown]
Description
Monotagma plurispicatum (also called Many-spiked Monotagma, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to tropical regions of the Americas. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Monotagma plurispicatum is an ornamental plant that is used for its attractive foliage and small, white flowers. It is often used as a ground cover or in containers. It can also be used as a houseplant, and its leaves can be used to make a tea with a mild, pleasant taste.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monotagma plurispicatum has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a greenish-gray color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monotagma plurispicatum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Monotagma plurispicatum
Monotagma plurispicatum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in nurseries and garden centers in tropical climates.
Monotagma plurispicatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monotagma plurispicatum?
Monotagma plurispicatum
What is the common name of Monotagma plurispicatum?
Many-spiked Monotagma
Where can Monotagma plurispicatum be found?
Monotagma plurispicatum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.
Species in the Monotagma genus
Monotagma anathronum,
Monotagma angustissimum,
Monotagma contractum,
Monotagma contrariosum,
Monotagma densiflorum,
Monotagma dolosum,
Monotagma haughtii,
Monotagma juruanum,
Monotagma laxum,
Monotagma ovatum,
Monotagma parvulum,
Monotagma plurispicatum,
Monotagma rhodanthum,
Monotagma rudanii,
Monotagma secundum,
Monotagma smaragdinum,
Monotagma spicatum,
Monotagma tomentosum,
Monotagma ulei,
Monotagma vaginatum,
Monotagma yapacanensis,
Monotagma lilacinum,
Monotagma roseum,
Monotagma floribundum,
Monotagma exile,
Monotagma breviscapum,
Monotagma grallatum,
Monotagma tuberosum,
Monotagma humile,
Monotagma paradoxum,
Monotagma papillosum,
Monotagma flavicomum,
Monotagma aurantiispathum,
Monotagma uliginosum,
Monotagma congestum,
Monotagma nutans,
Monotagma septentrionale,
Monotagma remotum,
Monotagma spathulatum,
Monotagma ulei,
Species in the Marantaceae family
Afrocalathea rhizantha,
Calathea anderssonii,
Calathea annae,
Calathea anulque,
Calathea argyrophylla,
Calathea arrabidae,
Calathea asplundii,
Calathea bachemiana,
Calathea brenesii,
Calathea caesariata,
Calathea cannoides,
Calathea casupito,
Calathea chimboracensis,
Calathea congesta,
Calathea crotalifera,
Calathea dicephala,
Calathea eburnea,
Calathea erythrolepis,
Calathea fatimae,
Calathea glaziovii,
Calathea grandifolia,
Calathea grazielae,
Calathea guzmanioides,
Calathea hagbergii,
Calathea harlingii,
Calathea inocephala,
Calathea ischnosiphonoides,
Calathea koernickeana,
Calathea lancifolia,
Calathea lanicaulis,
Calathea lasiostachya,
Calathea lateralis,
Calathea latrinotecta,
Calathea littoralis,
Calathea lutea,
Calathea majestica,
Calathea makoyana,
Calathea marantina,
Calathea mediopicta,
Calathea metallica,
Calathea micans,
Calathea nitens,
Calathea orbifolia,
Calathea ornata,
Calathea panamensis,
Calathea pavonina,
Calathea platystachya,
Calathea pluriplicata,
Calathea plurispicata,
Calathea propinqua,