Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
mongholica
ID:
809777

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
wcs

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Uchen. Zap. Imp. Kazansk. Univ. 1835(4): 179 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809111

Common Names

  • Caryopteris mongholica
  • Mongolian Caryopteris
  • Mongolian Bluebeard

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Description

Caryopteris mongholica (also called Bluebeard, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub with a rounded habit and fragrant foliage. It is native to Central and Eastern Asia, and is found in dry, rocky hillsides and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Caryopteris mongholica has been used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It has also been used as a dye for fabrics and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Caryopteris mongholica is a small, blue, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Caryopteris mongholica can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in spring or early summer, and the divisions should be planted immediately. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Caryopteris mongholica

Caryopteris mongholica can be found in East Asia, in areas such as China and Japan.

Caryopteris mongholica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Caryopteris mongholica?

Caryopteris mongholica

What type of plant is Caryopteris mongholica?

Tropical shrub

What is the natural habitat of Caryopteris mongholica?

Tropical rainforest

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-34735: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Bunge (1803-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bunge' in the authors string.