Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pyramidalis
ID:
241917

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ten.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Fl. Napol. 1(Prodr.): XXXIV (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000241249



Common Names

  • Mentha Pyramidalis
  • Pyramidal Mint
  • Pyramidal-Leaved Mint


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Synonyms

  • Mentha glomerulata Jan ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Mentha reverchonii Briq. [unknown]
  • Mentha hirsuta pyramidalis (Ten.) Nyman [unknown]

Description

Mentha pyramidalis (also called Pyramidal Mint, among many other common names) is a perennial herb, up to 1 m tall, with a stem up to 10 cm in diameter. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mentha pyramidalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a culinary herb. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mentha pyramidalis is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem and small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mentha pyramidalis is a small shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and should be protected from strong winds.

Where to Find Mentha pyramidalis

Mentha pyramidalis is native to Europe and North Africa. It is commonly found in moist meadows, along riverbanks, and in wetlands.

Mentha pyramidalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mentha pyramidalis?

Mentha pyramidalis

What is the common name of Mentha pyramidalis?

Pyramidal Mint

What is the natural habitat of Mentha pyramidalis?

Mentha pyramidalis is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and waste places.

Species in the Mentha genus

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