Status:
valid
Authors:
L'Hér.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1789
Citation Micro:
Sert. Angl. : 20 (1789)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000703121
Common Names
- Bystropogon Plumosus
- Plumose Bystropogon
- Feathery Bystropogon
Synonyms
- Mentha plumosa L.f. [unknown]
Description
Bystropogon plumosus (also called Plumose Bystropogon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaryllidaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. It has narrow, linear leaves and white flowers with yellow anthers.
Uses & Benefits
Bystropogon plumosus is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including skin diseases, digestive problems, and respiratory issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bystropogon plumosus has small, white to lavender flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are short and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bystropogon plumosus can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained seedbed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil. Keep the soil moist until the plants become established.
Where to Find Bystropogon plumosus
Bystropogon plumosus can be found in South Africa.
Bystropogon plumosus FAQ
What conditions does Bystropogon plumosus prefer?
Bystropogon plumosus prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
How often should Bystropogon plumosus be watered?
Bystropogon plumosus should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
How can I propagate Bystropogon plumosus?
Bystropogon plumosus can be propagated by division or by seed.
Species in the Bystropogon genus
Bystropogon beltraniae,
Bystropogon canariensis,
Bystropogon maderensis,
Bystropogon odoratissimus,
Bystropogon origanifolius,
Bystropogon plumosus,
Bystropogon punctatus,
Bystropogon schmitzii,
Bystropogon serrulatus,
Bystropogon wildpretii,
Bystropogon mandoniana,
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,