Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
menthaefolia
ID:
40245

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spreng.) H.Rob.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 73(2): 71 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000039574



Common Names

  • Mint-Leaved Vernonanthura
  • Mint Leaved Vernonanthura
  • Mint-Leaved Daisy


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Synonyms

  • Vernonia menthaefolia menthaefolia [unknown]
  • Vernonia menthaefolia grisebachii (Sch.Bip.) Griseb. [unknown]

Description

Vernonanthura menthaefolia (also called Mexican Mint, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Vernonanthura menthaefolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vernonanthura menthaefolia has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. Its seeds are small, black and slightly curved. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vernonanthura menthaefolia is a perennial herb native to South America. It is easily propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Vernonanthura menthaefolia

Vernonanthura menthaefolia can be found in Central and South America, including in Mexico, Colombia, and Peru.

Vernonanthura menthaefolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vernonanthura menthaefolia?

Vernonanthura menthaefolia

What is the natural habitat of Vernonanthura menthaefolia?

Grasslands

What is the average height of Vernonanthura menthaefolia?

0.2-0.5 meters

Species in the Vernonanthura genus

Vernonanthura lucida, Vernonanthura sambrayana, Vernonanthura phaeoneura, Vernonanthura fuertesii, Vernonanthura sinclairii, Vernonanthura almedae, Vernonanthura membranacea, Vernonanthura hieracioides, Vernonanthura divaricata, Vernonanthura phosphorica, Vernonanthura squamulosa, Vernonanthura subverticillata, Vernonanthura cronquistii, Vernonanthura liatroides, Vernonanthura cuneifolia, Vernonanthura westiniana, Vernonanthura beyrichii, Vernonanthura puberula, Vernonanthura loretensis, Vernonanthura cichoriifolia, Vernonanthura cymosa, Vernonanthura fagifolia, Vernonanthura prenanthoides, Vernonanthura oligolepis, Vernonanthura laxa, Vernonanthura cabralensis, Vernonanthura chaquensis, Vernonanthura schulziana, Vernonanthura pinguis, Vernonanthura havanensis, Vernonanthura vinhae, Vernonanthura menthaefolia, Vernonanthura pseudonudiflora, Vernonanthura cordata, Vernonanthura ignobilis, Vernonanthura tuerckheimii, Vernonanthura buxifolia, Vernonanthura hintoniorum, Vernonanthura membranacea, Vernonanthura phosphorica, Vernonanthura cupularis, Vernonanthura petiolaris, Vernonanthura warmingiana, Vernonanthura lipeoensis, Vernonanthura paludosa, Vernonanthura serratuloides, Vernonanthura brasiliana, Vernonanthura tweedieana, Vernonanthura oligactoides, Vernonanthura discolor,

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-138275: Based on the initial data import
Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
Harold E. Robinson (1932-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Rob.' in the authors string.