Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
elsholtzioides
ID:
280333

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 12: 153 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279665



Common Names

  • Pogostemon elsholtzioides
  • Elsholtzia Pogostemon
  • Elsholtzia Beakrush


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Description

Pogostemon elsholtzioides (also called Elsholtzia, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant native to Asia. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist habitats, such as along streams and in moist meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Pogostemon elsholtzioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a natural air purifier and for its calming and relaxing effect.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pogostemon elsholtzioides is white and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pogostemon elsholtzioides is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Pogostemon elsholtzioides

Pogostemon elsholtzioides can be found in tropical and subtropical areas in India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.

Pogostemon elsholtzioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pogostemon elsholtzioides?

Pogostemon elsholtzioides

What type of plant is Pogostemon elsholtzioides?

Pogostemon elsholtzioides is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae.

Where is Pogostemon elsholtzioides found?

Pogostemon elsholtzioides is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Species in the Pogostemon genus

Pogostemon amaranthoides, Pogostemon andersonii, Pogostemon aquaticus, Pogostemon atropurpureus, Pogostemon auricularius, Pogostemon barbatus, Pogostemon benghalensis, Pogostemon brachystachyus, Pogostemon cablin, Pogostemon chinensis, Pogostemon crassicaulis, Pogostemon cristatus, Pogostemon cruciatus, Pogostemon dasianus, Pogostemon deccanensis, Pogostemon dielsianus, Pogostemon elatispicatus, Pogostemon elsholtzioides, Pogostemon erectus, Pogostemon esquirolii, Pogostemon falcatus, Pogostemon faurei, Pogostemon formosanus, Pogostemon fraternus, Pogostemon gardneri, Pogostemon glaber, Pogostemon glabratus, Pogostemon griffithii, Pogostemon hedgei, Pogostemon helferi, Pogostemon heyneanus, Pogostemon hirsutus, Pogostemon hispidocalyx, Pogostemon hispidus, Pogostemon kachinensis, Pogostemon koehneanus, Pogostemon linearis, Pogostemon macgregorii, Pogostemon membranaceus, Pogostemon menthoides, Pogostemon micangensis, Pogostemon mollis, Pogostemon mutamba, Pogostemon myosurodes, Pogostemon nepetoides, Pogostemon nigrescens, Pogostemon nilagiricus, Pogostemon paludosus, Pogostemon paniculatus, Pogostemon parviflorus,

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-162106: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.