Blephilia hirsuta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Pursh) Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1833
Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 320 (1833)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000344390
Common Names
- Hirsuta Blephilia
- Hairy-lip Blephilia
- Hairy-lip Hairy-lip
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- Monarda hirsuta Pursh [unknown]
- Blephilia brevipes Raf. [unknown]
- Blephilia hirsuta albiflora House [unknown]
- Blephilia hirsuta glabra Fernald [unknown]
- Blephilia lanceolata Raf. [unknown]
- Blephilia nepetoides Raf. [unknown]
- Blephilia hirsuta hirsuta [unknown]
Description
Blephilia hirsuta (also called Hairy Wood Mint, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to North America. It grows in moist areas such as meadows, bogs, and wet woods. It has long, hairy leaves and small, white flowers. The flowers are arranged in clusters on the stem.
Uses & Benefits
Blephilia hirsuta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Blephilia hirsuta is a small, greenish-brown spikelet. The seed of Blephilia hirsuta is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings of Blephilia hirsuta are small, grass-like plants with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Blephilia hirsuta is a perennial herb that is native to North America. It is found in moist to wet meadows, marshes, and along streams and lakes. It grows in full sun to part shade and prefers moist to wet soils. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in fall or spring and should be covered lightly with soil. The seedlings should be kept moist until established.
Where to Find Blephilia hirsuta
Blephilia hirsuta can be found in North America.
Blephilia hirsuta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blephilia hirsuta?
Blephilia hirsuta
What type of plant is Blephilia hirsuta?
It is a mint species.
Where does Blephilia hirsuta grow?
It is native to North America.
Species in the Blephilia genus
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-22446: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Frederick Traugott Pursh (1774-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pursh' in the authors string.