Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
rotundifolia
ID:
284148

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. : 509 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283480



Common Names

  • Round-leaf Mint Bush
  • Round-leaf Mint Bush
  • Prostanthera Rotundifolia


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Synonyms

  • Prostanthera cotinifolia A.Cunn. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Prostanthera retusa R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Prostanthera rotundifolia (also called 'Round-leaved Mint Bush', among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers. It is native to Australia, and grows in dry sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Prostanthera rotundifolia is an evergreen shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has fragrant, white to purple flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prostanthera rotundifolia is white to pinkish-white, with a diameter of about 0.8 inches. The seed is a small, black, round nut, with a diameter of about 0.2 inches. The seedlings have a single, upright stem, with leaves that are arranged in a fan-like pattern.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prostanthera rotundifolia is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings in spring or summer. It can also be propagated from seed, although this is not as reliable.

Where to Find Prostanthera rotundifolia

Prostanthera rotundifolia is native to New South Wales and Victoria in Australia. It can be found in moist, sheltered areas in open forests and woodlands.

Prostanthera rotundifolia FAQ

What is the common name of Prostanthera rotundifolia?

Round-leaved Mintbush

What is the growth habit of Prostanthera rotundifolia?

It is an upright shrub that grows up to 2 m in height.

What is the flowering period of Prostanthera rotundifolia?

It flowers from late winter to spring.

Species in the Prostanthera genus

Prostanthera albiflora, Prostanthera albohirta, Prostanthera althoferi, Prostanthera ammophila, Prostanthera arenicola, Prostanthera aspalathoides, Prostanthera baxteri, Prostanthera behriana, Prostanthera caerulea, Prostanthera calycina, Prostanthera campbellii, Prostanthera canaliculata, Prostanthera carrickiana, Prostanthera centralis, Prostanthera chlorantha, Prostanthera cineolifera, Prostanthera clotteniana, Prostanthera collina, Prostanthera cruciflora, Prostanthera cryptandroides, Prostanthera cuneata, Prostanthera decussata, Prostanthera densa, Prostanthera denticulata, Prostanthera discolor, Prostanthera eckersleyana, Prostanthera eriocalyx, Prostanthera eurybioides, Prostanthera florifera, Prostanthera galbraithiae, Prostanthera granitica, Prostanthera grylloana, Prostanthera hirtula, Prostanthera howelliae, Prostanthera incana, Prostanthera incisa, Prostanthera incurvata, Prostanthera lanceolata, Prostanthera laricoides, Prostanthera lasianthos, Prostanthera linearis, Prostanthera lithospermoides, Prostanthera magnifica, Prostanthera marifolia, Prostanthera megacalyx, Prostanthera melissifolia, Prostanthera microphylla, Prostanthera monticola, Prostanthera nanophylla, Prostanthera nivea,

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-165761: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.