Status:
valid
Authors:
(Abrams) Jokerst
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Madroño 38: 278 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000265201
Common Names
- Acanthomintha Duttonii
- Acanthomintha Duttonii
- Acanthomintha Duttonii
Synonyms
- Acanthomintha obovata duttonii Abrams [unknown]
Description
Acanthomintha duttonii (also called Dutton's Acanthomintha, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Guinea to Ethiopia and south to Angola. It is found in lowland and montane rainforests, as well as in disturbed areas such as roadsides and secondary forests.
Uses & Benefits
Acanthomintha duttonii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acanthomintha duttonii has white flowers with a yellow center, and its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. Its seedlings are light green with small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acanthomintha duttonii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in spring or summer.
Where to Find Acanthomintha duttonii
Acanthomintha duttonii is found in California.
Acanthomintha duttonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acanthomintha duttonii?
Acanthomintha duttonii
What is the family of Acanthomintha duttonii?
Lamiaceae
What is the habitat of Acanthomintha duttonii?
It is found in dry, open woodlands of California
Species in the Acanthomintha genus
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
James D. Jokerst: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jokerst' in the authors string.