Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
yatabeanus
ID:
280447

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Makino) Press

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bull. Brit. Mus. (Nat. Hist.), Bot. 10: 74 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279779



Common Names

  • Pogostemon Yatabeanus
  • Yatabe Pogostemon
  • Yatabe Downy Pogostemon


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Synonyms

  • Pogostemon lythroides (Diels) Press [unknown]
  • Pogostemon tsiangii (Y.Z.Sun) Press [unknown]
  • Dysophylla linearis yatabeana (Makino) Kudô [unknown]
  • Dysophylla jatabeana Makino [unknown]
  • Dysophylla lythroides Diels [unknown]
  • Dysophylla martini Vaniot [unknown]
  • Dysophylla yatabeana Makino [unknown]
  • Eusteralis yatabeana (Makino) Panigrahi [unknown]

Description

Pogostemon yatabeanus (also called Indian Patchouli, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has narrow, pointed leaves with a strong scent and small white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pogostemon yatabeanus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and flowers and is known to attract hummingbirds and butterflies. The plant is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pogostemon yatabeanus has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, while its seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pogostemon yatabeanus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in a container or in the garden. It is best to water the plant regularly and to fertilize it every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Pogostemon yatabeanus

Pogostemon yatabeanus is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, and can be found in the countries of India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Pogostemon yatabeanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pogostemon yatabeanus?

Pogostemon yatabeanus

What is the common name of Pogostemon yatabeanus?

Yatabe Pogostemon

What is the natural habitat of Pogostemon yatabeanus?

It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China.

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-162214: Based on the initial data import
Tomitarô Makino (1862-1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Makino' in the authors string.
J.Robert Press: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Press' in the authors string.