Status:
valid
Authors:
(Aubl.) J.F.Macbr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Mus. Nat. Hist., Bot. Ser. 11: 14. 1931
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473058
Common Names
- Monotagma Spicatum
- Spiked Monotagma
- Spiked False Pilea
Synonyms
- Calathea composita Klotzsch [unknown]
- Calathea dubia Lindl. [unknown]
- Calathea parkeri (Roscoe) Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
- Calathea spicata Steud. [unknown]
- Goeppertia spicata Nees [unknown]
- Hymenocharis parkeri (Roscoe) Kuntze [unknown]
- Hymenocharis spicata Kuntze [unknown]
- Ischnosiphon affinis Körn. [unknown]
- Ischnosiphon parkeri (Roscoe) Körn. [unknown]
- Ischnosiphon spicatus Körn. [unknown]
- Maranta dubia Roem. & Schult. [unknown]
- Maranta lachnocaula Miq. [unknown]
- Maranta parkeri A.Dietr. [unknown]
- Maranta spicata Aubl. [unknown]
- Monotagma parkeri (Roscoe) K.Schum. [unknown]
- Phrynium parkeri Roscoe [unknown]
Description
Monotagma spicatum (also called Spiked Monotagma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sunny areas and has a hairy stem and leaves, with small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Monotagma spicatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate low light levels. It is also used to add texture and color to flower beds and borders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monotagma spicatum has small, white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small, round, and dark green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monotagma spicatum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during dry periods. It can be pruned back after flowering to encourage bushier growth.
Where to Find Monotagma spicatum
Monotagma spicatum is native to the Caribbean, Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Monotagma spicatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monotagma spicatum?
Monotagma spicatum
Where is Monotagma spicatum found?
Monotagma spicatum is found in Central and South America.
What type of plant is Monotagma spicatum?
Monotagma spicatum is a herbaceous perennial plant.
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,