Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alata
ID:
217108

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Raf.) Shinners

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 64: 185 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216437



Common Names

  • Hyptis alata
  • Winged Hyptis
  • Winged-Leaf Hyptis


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Synonyms

  • Hyptis radiata Willd. [unknown]
  • Mesosphaerum rugosum Pollard [unknown]
  • Pycnanthemum alatum Raf. [unknown]
  • Hyptis alata alata [unknown]

Description

Hyptis alata (also called 'Winged Hyptis' and 'Winged Mint', among many other common names) is an aromatic shrub native to South America. It has a single, oval-shaped leaf and a single, white flower with purple spots. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in wetter areas, such as mangrove forests and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Hyptis alata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hyptis alata sub. alata
Hyptis alata sub. rugosula (Briq.) Harley
Hyptis alata sub. rugulosa (Briq.) Harley

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hyptis alata is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed of Hyptis alata is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Hyptis alata are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyptis alata is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Hyptis alata

Hyptis alata is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Hyptis alata FAQ

What is the common name of Hyptis alata?

Winged Hyptis

What is the natural habitat of Hyptis alata?

It is native to the south-east of Asia

What is the growth habit of Hyptis alata?

It is an evergreen perennial herb that typically grows to a height of 0.3 to 0.6 metres (1 to 2 ft)

Species in the Hyptis genus

Hyptis actinocephala, Hyptis adamantium, Hyptis alata, Hyptis alpestris, Hyptis alutacea, Hyptis amaurocaulis, Hyptis ammotropha, Hyptis angulosa, Hyptis angustifolia, Hyptis apertiflora, Hyptis arenaria, Hyptis argentea, Hyptis argyrophylla, Hyptis armillata, Hyptis asteroides, Hyptis atrorubens, Hyptis australis, Hyptis balansae, Hyptis bicolor, Hyptis brachiata, Hyptis brachypoda, Hyptis brevipes, Hyptis caduca, Hyptis caespitosa, Hyptis capitata, Hyptis chacapoyensis, Hyptis coccinea, Hyptis colligata, Hyptis colubrimontis, Hyptis complicata, Hyptis conferta, Hyptis corymbosa, Hyptis crassipes, Hyptis crenata, Hyptis cruciformis, Hyptis cymulosa, Hyptis delicatula, Hyptis deminuta, Hyptis desertorum, Hyptis dictyodea, Hyptis dilatata, Hyptis ditassoides, Hyptis divaricata, Hyptis dumetorum, Hyptis emoryi, Hyptis eriocauloides, Hyptis fasciculata, Hyptis ferruginosa, Hyptis floribunda, Hyptis florida,

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-101567: Based on the initial data import
Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.
Lloyd Herbert Shinners (1918-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shinners' in the authors string.