Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
austromontanum
ID:
328575

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.H.Lewis

Source:
wcs

Year:
1945

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 5: 284 (1945)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327907



Common Names

  • Austromontanum Trichostema
  • Mountain Bluecurls
  • Mountain Wild Petunia


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Synonyms

  • Trichostema austromontanum typicum F.H.Lewis [unknown]

Description

Trichostema austromontanum (also called 'Austromontanum' among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in Central and South America. It has a single, thin, erect stem with a few leaves that are lanceolate in shape and have a pointed tip. It produces small, white flowers with a purple lip. It is found in humid forests and mountain slopes in its native regions.

Uses & Benefits

Trichostema austromontanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Trichostema austromontanum sub. austromontanum
Trichostema austromontanum sub. compactum F.H.Lewis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Trichostema austromontanum are small, white and tubular, with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Trichostema austromontanum: Propagate by seed or division. Plant in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Water regularly during the growing season and keep the soil evenly moist. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Trichostema austromontanum

Trichostema austromontanum can be found in the southwestern United States.

Trichostema austromontanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichostema austromontanum?

Trichostema austromontanum

What is the common name of Trichostema austromontanum?

Southern Mountain Trichostema

What is the natural habitat of Trichostema austromontanum?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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-208474: Based on the initial data import
Harlan Lewis (1919-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.H.Lewis' in the authors string.