Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm. & G.S.Bunting
Source:
wcs
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Acta Biol. Venez. 8: 114 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473099
Common Names
- Monotagma Yapacanensis
- Yapacan Monotagma
- Yapacan False Pilea
Description
Monotagma yapacanensis (also called Yapacan 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 yapacanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monotagma yapacanensis has small, yellow flowers with a white center. The flowers are borne in umbels. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monotagma yapacanensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Monotagma yapacanensis
Monotagma yapacanensis is native to Mexico.
Monotagma yapacanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Monotagma yapacanensis?
Monotagma yapacanensis
Where is Monotagma yapacanensis found?
Monotagma yapacanensis is found in Central and South America.
What type of plant is Monotagma yapacanensis?
Monotagma yapacanensis 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,