Hyptis arenaria - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 12: 104 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216471
Common Names
- Hyptis arenaria
- Sandy Hyptis
- Sand Hyptis
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- Hyptis linarioides arenaria (Benth. ex DC.) J.A.Schmidt [unknown]
Description
Hyptis arenaria (also called 'Sandy Hyptis' and 'Sandy Mint', among many other common names) is an aromatic shrub native to South America. It has a single, oval-shaped leaf and a single, white flower with purple spots. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in wetter areas, such as mangrove forests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Hyptis arenaria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hyptis arenaria is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed of Hyptis arenaria is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Hyptis arenaria are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hyptis arenaria is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Hyptis arenaria
Hyptis arenaria is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Hyptis arenaria FAQ
What is the common name of Hyptis arenaria?
Sandy Hyptis
What is the natural habitat of Hyptis arenaria?
It is native to the south-east of Asia
What is the growth habit of Hyptis arenaria?
It is an evergreen perennial herb that typically grows to a height of 0.3 to 0.6 metres (1 to 2 ft)
Species in the Hyptis genus
Hyptis actinocephala, Hyptis adamantium, Hyptis alata, Hyptis alpestris, Hyptis alutacea, Hyptis amaurocaulis, Hyptis ammotropha, Hyptis angulosa, Hyptis angustifolia, Hyptis apertiflora, Hyptis arenaria, Hyptis argentea, Hyptis argyrophylla, Hyptis armillata, Hyptis asteroides, Hyptis atrorubens, Hyptis australis, Hyptis balansae, Hyptis bicolor, Hyptis brachiata, Hyptis brachypoda, Hyptis brevipes, Hyptis caduca, Hyptis caespitosa, Hyptis capitata, Hyptis chacapoyensis, Hyptis coccinea, Hyptis colligata, Hyptis colubrimontis, Hyptis complicata, Hyptis conferta, Hyptis corymbosa, Hyptis crassipes, Hyptis crenata, Hyptis cruciformis, Hyptis cymulosa, Hyptis delicatula, Hyptis deminuta, Hyptis desertorum, Hyptis dictyodea, Hyptis dilatata, Hyptis ditassoides, Hyptis divaricata, Hyptis dumetorum, Hyptis emoryi, Hyptis eriocauloides, Hyptis fasciculata, Hyptis ferruginosa, Hyptis floribunda, Hyptis florida,
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-101598: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.