Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
hyssopus
ID:
1268818

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Nees) T.F.Daniel

Source:
tro

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Novon 13(1): 46. 2003

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268156





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Description

Mirandea hyssopus (also called 'Hyssop Mirandea' and 'Hyssop Flower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is a small shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mirandea hyssopus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mirandea hyssopus has yellow flowers with five petals and a small seed. The seedlings are thin and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mirandea hyssopus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Mirandea hyssopus

Mirandea hyssopus is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Mirandea hyssopus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mirandea hyssopus?

Mirandea hyssopus

What is the family of Mirandea hyssopus?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Mirandea hyssopus?

Hyssop Daisy

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Christian Gottfried Daniel Nees von Esenbeck (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nees' in the authors string.
Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.