Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
macrobracteata
ID:
358497

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Masam.) Harley

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 58: 486 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000357829



Common Names

  • Collinsonia macrobracteata
  • Macrobracteata Collinsonia
  • Collinsonia macrobractea


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Synonyms

  • Keiskea macrobracteata Masam. [unknown]

Description

Collinsonia macrobracteata (also called Japanese Horsebalm, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, herbaceous perennial with small, oval, green leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is native to Japan and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Collinsonia macrobracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Collinsonia macrobracteata has small yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Collinsonia macrobracteata is a herbaceous perennial that is native to North America. It is easy to cultivate and propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in the summer or fall. Division should be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Collinsonia macrobracteata

Collinsonia macrobracteata can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Collinsonia macrobracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Collinsonia macrobracteata?

Collinsonia macrobracteata

What is the common name of Collinsonia macrobracteata?

Large-bracted collinsonia

What is the natural habitat of Collinsonia macrobracteata?

It is native to South Africa and found in moist grasslands and wetlands

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-233648: Based on the initial data import
Genkei Masamune (1899-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Masam.' in the authors string.
Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.