Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pseudodictamnus
ID:
316240

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 594 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000315572



Common Names

  • Pseudodictamnus Ballota
  • Pseudodictamnus's Ballota
  • Pseudodictamnic Ballota


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Synonyms

  • Marrubium pallidum Salisb. [unknown]
  • Marrubium pseudodictamnus L. [unknown]
  • Moluccella fruticosa Forssk. [unknown]
  • Ballota dictamnifolia St.-Lag. [unknown]
  • Beringeria pseudodictamnus Neck. [unknown]

Description

Ballota pseudodictamnus (also called Pseudodictamnus Ballota, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant found in Central and South America. It has a short stem with a single leaf and a single flower. The flowers are white with purple stripes and have a broad, flat lip. It is found in humid forests, often growing in shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Ballota pseudodictamnus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in herbal teas. It has been used in traditional medicine to treat digestive problems, headaches, and skin conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ballota pseudodictamnus sub. pseudodictamnus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ballota pseudodictamnus has small, white flowers with yellowish-green lips. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ballota pseudodictamnus is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Ballota pseudodictamnus

Ballota pseudodictamnus can be found in Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Ballota pseudodictamnus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ballota pseudodictamnus?

Ballota pseudodictamnus

What is the common name of Ballota pseudodictamnus?

False Dittany

What is the habitat of Ballota pseudodictamnus?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-19656: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.