Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mollis
ID:
217539

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pohl ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 102 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216868



Common Names

  • Mollis Hyptis
  • Soft Hyptis
  • Soft Sage


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Synonyms

  • Mesosphaerum molle Kuntze [unknown]
  • Hyptis mollis vulgaris Briq. [unknown]

Description

Hyptis mollis (also called Soft Bush, among many other common names) is a small perennial shrub that is native to Central and South America. It typically grows up to 1 m in height and has small, ovate leaves. It is found in open, disturbed areas, such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Hyptis mollis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for medicinal purposes. It has been used to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hyptis mollis 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 mollis is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate drought and is frost-tolerant. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Hyptis mollis

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

Hyptis mollis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyptis mollis?

Hyptis mollis

What is the common name of Hyptis mollis?

Mollis Bushmint

What is the natural habitat of Hyptis mollis?

Hyptis mollis is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America

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-101961: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Johann Baptist Emanuel Pohl (1782-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pohl' in the authors string.