Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rugosa
ID:
907410

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 511 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000906745

Common Names

  • Agastache rugosa
  • Rugose Agastache
  • Rugose Agastache Grass

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Description

Agastache rugosa (also called Korean Mint, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to East Asia, and is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Agastache rugosa has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agastache rugosa has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, with a rough surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agastache rugosa is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Prune back in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Agastache rugosa

Agastache rugosa is native to the temperate regions of North America, from Canada to Mexico.

Agastache rugosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agastache rugosa?

Agastache rugosa

What is the common name of Agastache rugosa?

Rugose Agastache

What is the natural habitat of Agastache rugosa?

Agastache rugosa is found in wet meadows, marshy areas, and along streams in the western United States

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-4494: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.