Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
inodora
ID:
217413

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrank

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Syll. Pl. Nov. 2: 56 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216742



Common Names

  • Hyptis inodora
  • Inodora Hyptis
  • Fragrant Hyptis


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Synonyms

  • Hyptis gaudichaudii Benth. [unknown]
  • Hyptis muricata inodora (Schrank) J.A.Schmidt [unknown]
  • Mesosphaerum brasiliense Kuntze [unknown]
  • Mesosphaerum inodorum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Clinopodium brasilicum Vell. [unknown]

Description

Hyptis inodora (also called Fragrant Lavender, among many other common names) is an herbaceous plant native to Mexico and Central America. It grows up to 1 m tall and has ovate-lanceolate leaves with serrated margins. It prefers dry, rocky soils and is found in open woodlands, scrublands and dry grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hyptis inodora 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 inodora 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyptis inodora 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 inodora should be grown in full sun and in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Hyptis inodora

Hyptis inodora is native to Central and South America.

Hyptis inodora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyptis inodora?

Hyptis inodora

What is the common name of Hyptis inodora?

Odorless Bushmint

What is the natural habitat of Hyptis inodora?

Open, disturbed areas, roadsides, and disturbed forests

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,

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