Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
meridionalis
ID:
1321147

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harley & J.F.B.Pastore

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 58: 26 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333601



Common Names

  • Hyptis meridionalis
  • Meridionalis
  • Hyptis


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Description

Hyptis meridionalis (also called Southern Hyptis, among many other common names) is a shrub in the family Lamiaceae. It has white flowers, and is native to South America. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hyptis meridionalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its essential oils and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hyptis meridionalis is white to pink in color, with a tubular shape and a hairy calyx. The seed is small and brown, and the seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyptis meridionalis is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Hyptis meridionalis

Hyptis meridionalis is native to Central and South America.

Hyptis meridionalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyptis meridionalis?

Hyptis meridionalis

Where is Hyptis meridionalis found?

Hyptis meridionalis is found in South Africa.

What is the habitat of Hyptis meridionalis?

Hyptis meridionalis is found in dry, rocky areas.

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

Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.
José Floriano Barêa Pastore (b.1979): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.B.Pastore' in the authors string.