Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hieron.) H.Rob. & Cuatrec.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1973
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 26: 384 (1973)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000132256
Common Names
- Mimuloides Philoglossa
- Philoglossa Mimuloides
- Mimuloides' Philoglossa
Description
Philoglossa mimuloides (also called Wild Mint, among many other common names) is an annual herb with white or pink flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Philoglossa mimuloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Philoglossa mimuloides for. sapida (Bristol) H.Rob. & Cuatrec.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Philoglossa mimuloides is yellow and tubular, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Philoglossa mimuloides is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. They should be kept moist until they are well established.
Where to Find Philoglossa mimuloides
Philoglossa mimuloides can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.
Philoglossa mimuloides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Philoglossa mimuloides?
Philoglossa mimuloides
What is the common name of Philoglossa mimuloides?
Mimulus-like Philoglossa
What is the natural habitat of Philoglossa mimuloides?
It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America
Species in the Philoglossa genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
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Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,