Hyptis heterophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 12: 101 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216716
Common Names
- Hyptis Heterophylla
- Heterophylla Hyptis
- Hyptis of Heterophylla
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- Mesosphaerum heterophyllum Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Hyptis heterophylla (also called Variable-leaved Bushmint, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in dry, open areas, such as scrub and savanna.
Uses & Benefits
Hyptis heterophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a houseplant, and as a medicinal plant. It is used to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hyptis heterophylla has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hyptis heterophylla can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the cuttings have rooted. Hyptis heterophylla should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Hyptis heterophylla
Hyptis heterophylla is native to Central and South America.
Hyptis heterophylla FAQ
What is the common name of Hyptis heterophylla?
Variable-leaved Mintbush
What is the scientific name of Variable-leaved Mintbush?
Hyptis heterophylla
What is the natural habitat of Hyptis heterophylla?
It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats
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-101823: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.