Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lappulacea
ID:
217455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart. ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 104 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216784



Common Names

  • Hyptis lappulacea
  • Lappulacea Hyptis
  • Burr Hyptis


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Synonyms

  • Hyptis lappacea hirsuta Benth. [unknown]
  • Hyptis marrubiaea Benth. [unknown]
  • Hyptis reineckii Briq. [unknown]
  • Mesosphaerum lappulaceum Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Hyptis lappulacea (also called Lappulate False-Pennyroyal, among many other common names) is an aromatic herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It has a woody stem and lanceolate leaves with a serrated margin. It grows in dry and sandy soils, and is found in tropical and subtropical grasslands, savannas, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Hyptis lappulacea 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

The flower of Hyptis lappulacea is a small, white, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyptis lappulacea 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 lappulacea

Hyptis lappulacea is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America.

Hyptis lappulacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyptis lappulacea?

Hyptis lappulacea

What is the common name of Hyptis lappulacea?

Lappulate Bushmint

What is the natural habitat of Hyptis lappulacea?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-101885: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Carl Friedrich Philipp von Martius (1794-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mart.' in the authors string.