Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
ganevii
ID:
1306476

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harley

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 69(4)-9539: 2 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318930



Common Names

  • Oocephalus Ganevii
  • Ganevii Star
  • Ganevii Morning Glory


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Description

Oocephalus ganevii (also called 'Ganev's Mint', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oocephalus ganevii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oocephalus ganevii is a white to pale pink, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oocephalus ganevii is a tropical plant that is best grown in warm, humid climates. It prefers soil that is well-drained and slightly acidic. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature plants. The cuttings should be placed in a potting mix and kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Oocephalus ganevii

Oocephalus ganevii can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Oocephalus ganevii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oocephalus ganevii?

Oocephalus ganevii

What is the common name of Oocephalus ganevii?

Ganev's Marshpennywort

Where is Oocephalus ganevii native to?

India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal

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.