Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
stoechadifolia
ID:
229837

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Kunth

Source:
wcs

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 2: 265 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000229168



Common Names

  • Lippia Stoechadifolia
  • Lippia Suffruticosa
  • Lippia Strobiliformis


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Description

Lippia stoechadifolia (also called Mexican Oregano, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in open areas, such as pastures and roadsides, and is often used as an ornamental plant.

Uses & Benefits

Lippia stoechadifolia is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat digestive problems, headaches, and skin conditions. It can also be used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lippia stoechadifolia has small white flowers that are clustered together in small heads. The seeds are small, oval-shaped and black. The seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lippia stoechadifolia is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Lippia stoechadifolia

Lippia stoechadifolia can be found in Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean.

Lippia stoechadifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lippia stoechadifolia?

Lippia stoechadifolia

What is the common name of Lippia stoechadifolia?

Lippia

What is the family of Lippia stoechadifolia?

Verbenaceae

Species in the Lippia genus

Lippia aberrans, Lippia abyssinica, Lippia acuminata, Lippia acutidens, Lippia alba, Lippia alnifolia, Lippia americana, Lippia angustifolia, Lippia antaica, Lippia appendiculata, Lippia arechavaletae, Lippia aristata, Lippia asperrima, Lippia balansae, Lippia baumii, Lippia bellatula, Lippia bicolor, Lippia brachypoda, Lippia bracteosa, Lippia bradei, Lippia bromleyana, Lippia burtonii, Lippia callensi, Lippia campestris, Lippia cardiostegia, Lippia carviodora, Lippia chevalierii, Lippia chiapasensis, Lippia chrysantha, Lippia coarctata, Lippia coriacea, Lippia corymbosa, Lippia culmenicola, Lippia dauensis, Lippia domingensis, Lippia durangensis, Lippia ekmanii, Lippia elliptica, Lippia eupatorium, Lippia fastigiata, Lippia felippei, Lippia ferruginea, Lippia filifolia, Lippia fissicalyx, Lippia flavida, Lippia florida, Lippia formosa, Lippia fragrans, Lippia gardneriana, Lippia gehrtii,

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:1024817-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].