Hyptis viminea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Epling
Source:
wcs
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 85: 317 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000217160
Common Names
- Hyptis viminea
- Vine Lavender
- Bushy Mint
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hyptis viminea (also called Vining bushmint, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base and a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and can be found in dry forests, scrublands, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hyptis viminea is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and digestive issues. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hyptis viminea has small, white, tubular flowers with four petals and a four-lobed calyx. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hyptis viminea is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.
Where to Find Hyptis viminea
Hyptis viminea is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in dry, rocky habitats, often in open areas or along roadsides.
Hyptis viminea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hyptis viminea?
Hyptis viminea
What is the common name of Hyptis viminea?
Vine Mint
What is the growth habit of Hyptis viminea?
It is an erect shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height
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-102231: Based on the initial data import
Carl Epling (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Epling' in the authors string.