Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calaminthoides
ID:
316886

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 5: 347 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316218

Common Names

  • Calamintha Stenogyne
  • Hawaiian Mint
  • Hawaiian Sage

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Synonyms

  • Stenogyne calaminthoides kulaniensis H.St.John [unknown]
  • Stenogyne calaminthoides waimeana Sherff [unknown]
  • Stenogyne waimeana (Sherff) H.St.John [unknown]

Description

Stenogyne calaminthoides (also called Calamint-like Stenogyne, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in tropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stenogyne calaminthoides has been used medicinally for treating various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomach pains. It has also been used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stenogyne calaminthoides has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenogyne calaminthoides is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. To propagate, divide the rhizome or use seed.

Where to Find Stenogyne calaminthoides

Stenogyne calaminthoides is found in Hawaii.

Stenogyne calaminthoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenogyne calaminthoides?

Stenogyne calaminthoides

What is the common name of Stenogyne calaminthoides?

Calamintha-like Stenogyne

What is the natural habitat of Stenogyne calaminthoides?

Tropical rainforests

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-197164: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.