Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
pycnanthemoides
ID:
289692

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fernald

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 10: 86 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289024



Common Names

  • Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides
  • Narrow-Leaved Mountain Mint
  • Narrow-Leaved Horsemint


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Synonyms

  • Koellia pycnanthemodes Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pycnanthemum tullia Benth. [unknown]
  • Tullia pycnanthemoides Leavenw. [unknown]

Description

Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides (also called pycnanthemum-leaved mountain mint, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to North America and is found in moist meadows and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides is used as an ornamental plant and for traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides var. pycnanthemoides
Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides var. viridifolium Fernald

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides is a small, clumping plant native to tropical rainforests in Australia. It can reach a height of up to 10 metres. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides

Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides is native to North America and can be found in open woodlands and prairies.

Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides?

Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides

What is the family of Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides?

Lamiaceae

What is the common name of Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides?

Pycnanthemum-like Mountain Mint

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