Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
menthaefolia
ID:
50510

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
gcc

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
London J. Bot. 6: 434 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000049839

Common Names

  • Mint Trichogonia
  • Trichogonia Menthaefolia
  • Mint Trichogonia

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Synonyms

  • Trichogonia menthaefolia menthaefolia [unknown]
  • Trichogonia menthaefolia menthaefolia [unknown]

Description

Trichogonia menthaefolia (also called Mint-Leaved Trichogonia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, white flowers and grows in full sun to partial shade. It is found in dry, open areas, such as meadows and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Trichogonia menthaefolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Trichogonia menthaefolia is a yellow-orange color and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with a small, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Trichogonia menthaefolia is a perennial species of plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in a variety of climates, but is best suited for USDA hardiness zones 5-9.

Where to Find Trichogonia menthaefolia

Trichogonia menthaefolia is native to the southern United States, Mexico, and Central America.

Trichogonia menthaefolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Trichogonia menthaefolia?

Trichogonia menthaefolia

What is the family of Trichogonia menthaefolia?

Asteraceae

What is the distribution of Trichogonia menthaefolia?

South America

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-148371: Based on the initial data import
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.