Trichostema mexicanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mexicanum
ID:
328590
Status:
valid
Authors:
Epling
Source:
wcs
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 67: 509 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327922
Common Names
- Mexicanum Trichostema
- Mexican Bluecurls
- Mexican Wild Petunia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Trichostema mexicanum (also called 'Mexican Trichostema', among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in Central and South America. It has small, oval leaves and small, blue flowers. It is found in humid, tropical forests, as well as in open, sunny areas.
Uses & Benefits
Trichostema mexicanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Trichostema mexicanum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Trichostema mexicanum can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into small sections and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Trichostema mexicanum
Trichostema mexicanum can be found in Mexico.
Trichostema mexicanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Trichostema mexicanum?
Trichostema mexicanum
What is the common name of Trichostema mexicanum?
Mexican Trichostema
What is the natural habitat of Trichostema mexicanum?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Trichostema genus
Trichostema arizonicum, Trichostema austromontanum, Trichostema brachiatum, Trichostema dichotomum, Trichostema lanatum, Trichostema lanceolatum, Trichostema laxum, Trichostema mexicanum, Trichostema micranthum, Trichostema oblongum, Trichostema ovatum, Trichostema parishii, Trichostema purpusii, Trichostema rubisepalum, Trichostema setaceum, Trichostema simulatum, Trichostema suffrutescens, Trichostema ruygtii,
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-208489: Based on the initial data import
Carl Epling (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Epling' in the authors string.