Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
chamaedrys
ID:
237393

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vahl) Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 524 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236725



Common Names

  • Chamaedrys
  • Ground-pink
  • Marsypianthes


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Synonyms

  • Hyptis chamaedrys Willd. [unknown]
  • Hyptis inflata Spreng. [unknown]
  • Hyptis lurida Spreng. [unknown]
  • Hyptis pseudochamaedrys Poit. [unknown]
  • Marsypianthes arenosa Brandegee [unknown]
  • Marsypianthes hyptoides Mart. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Marsypianthes hyptoides arenosa Benth. [unknown]
  • Marsypianthes hyptoides bracteosa Benth. [unknown]
  • Marsypianthes hyptoides calycina Benth. [unknown]
  • Marsypianthes hyptoides elatior Benth. [unknown]
  • Marsypianthes hyptoides eriocephala Benth. [unknown]
  • Marsypianthes hyptoides umbrosa Benth. [unknown]
  • Marsypianthes secundiflora M.Martens & Galeotti [unknown]
  • Marsypianthes sessiliflora C.Presl [unknown]
  • Marsypianthes viscosa Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Clinopodium chamaedrys Vahl [unknown]

Description

Marsypianthes chamaedrys (also called dwarf bush-honeysuckle, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and glossy, green leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in open woods, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Marsypianthes chamaedrys has been used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases. It is also used as an antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Marsypianthes chamaedrys has white flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marsypianthes chamaedrys is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Marsypianthes chamaedrys

Marsypianthes chamaedrys can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Marsypianthes chamaedrys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marsypianthes chamaedrys?

Marsypianthes chamaedrys

What is the common name of Marsypianthes chamaedrys?

Groundsel Horehound

Where is Marsypianthes chamaedrys native to?

Africa

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-120967: Based on the initial data import
Martin Vahl (1749-1804): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vahl' in the authors string.
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.