Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Symb. Antill. 7: 496 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250018
Common Names
- Neocogniauxia monophylla
- One-Leaf Neocogniauxia
- One-Leaf Plant
Synonyms
- Laelia monophylla N.E.Br. [unknown]
- Octadesmia monophylla (Griseb.) Benth. [unknown]
- Trigonidium monophyllum Griseb. [unknown]
- Epidendrum brachyglossum Cogn. [illegitimate]
Description
Neocogniauxia monophylla (also called Monophylla neocogniauxia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Arecaceae. It is a slender, solitary palm with a slender trunk, up to 10 m tall, and pinnate leaves up to 3 m long. It is native to the Caribbean and Central America, where it is found in wet forests, swamps, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Neocogniauxia monophylla is used in traditional medicine to treat fever and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Neocogniauxia monophylla is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neocogniauxia monophylla is an epiphytic orchid native to tropical South America. It is best grown in a potting mix of equal parts of sphagnum moss, perlite, and bark chips. The potting mix should be kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done by division of the rhizome or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Neocogniauxia monophylla
Neocogniauxia monophylla is native to South America and can be found in Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador.
Neocogniauxia monophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Neocogniauxia monophylla?
Neocogniauxia monophylla
What is the common name of Neocogniauxia monophylla?
Monophylla
What is the natural habitat of Neocogniauxia monophylla?
Tropical forests
Species in the Neocogniauxia genus
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,