Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
erectus
ID:
280334

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 530 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279666



Common Names

  • Pogostemon erectus
  • Erect Pogostemon
  • Erect Beakrush


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Synonyms

  • Anuragia erecta (Dalzell) Raizada [unknown]
  • Anuragia gracilis (Dalzell) Raizada [unknown]
  • Pogostemon erectus gracilis (Dalzell) Panigrahi [unknown]
  • Pogostemon gracilis (Dalzell) F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Dysophylla erecta Dalzell [unknown]
  • Dysophylla gracilis Dalzell [unknown]
  • Eusteralis erecta (Dalzell) Panigrahi [unknown]
  • Eusteralis gracilis (Dalzell) Panigrahi [unknown]
  • Eusteralis tomentosa gracilis (Dalzell) Bennet & Raizada [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Pogostemon erectus 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 erectus 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 erectus 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 erectus

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

Pogostemon erectus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pogostemon erectus?

Pogostemon erectus

What type of plant is Pogostemon erectus?

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

Where is Pogostemon erectus found?

Pogostemon erectus 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-162107: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.