Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
mimuloides
ID:
132927

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


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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.

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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 Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-93100: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.