Status:
valid
Authors:
Körn.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1972
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 37: 477 (1972)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000473107
Common Names
- Monotrema Aemulans
- Aemulans Monotrema
- Aemulans False Pilea
Description
Monotrema aemulans (also called Aemulating Monotrema, 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
Monotrema aemulans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monotrema aemulans has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a few long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monotrema aemulans 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 Monotrema aemulans
Monotrema aemulans is native to Mexico.
Monotrema aemulans FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Monotrema aemulans?
Monotrema aemulans prefers a temperature range of 65-75°F (18-24°C).
How much light does Monotrema aemulans need?
Monotrema aemulans prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should Monotrema aemulans be watered?
Monotrema aemulans should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Monotrema genus
Species in the Rapateaceae family
Amphiphyllum rigidum,
Cephalostemon affinis,
Cephalostemon angustatus,
Cephalostemon gracilis,
Cephalostemon microglochin,
Cephalostemon riedelianus,
Duckea cyperaceoidea,
Duckea flava,
Duckea junciformis,
Duckea squarrosa,
Epidryos allenii,
Epidryos guayanensis,
Epidryos micrantherus,
Epidryos matheusii,
Guacamaya superba,
Kunhardtia radiata,
Kunhardtia rhodantha,
Marahuacaea schomburgkii,
Maschalocephalus dinklagei,
Monotrema aemulans,
Monotrema affine,
Monotrema arthrophyllum,
Monotrema bracteatum,
Monotrema xyridoides,
Phelpsiella ptericaulis,
Potarophytum riparium,
Rapatea angustifolia,
Rapatea aracamuniana,
Rapatea chimantensis,
Rapatea circasiana,
Rapatea elongata,
Rapatea fanshawei,
Rapatea linearis,
Rapatea longipes,
Rapatea membranacea,
Rapatea muaju,
Rapatea paludosa,
Rapatea pycnocephala,
Rapatea rugulosa,
Rapatea saulensis,
Rapatea scabra,
Rapatea spectabilis,
Rapatea spruceana,
Rapatea steyermarkii,
Rapatea ulei,
Rapatea undulata,
Rapatea xiphoides,
Rapatea yapacana,
Saxofridericia aculeata,
Saxofridericia compressa,