Hyptis bicolor - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Epling
Source:
wcs
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Revista Mus. La Plata, Secc. Bot. 7: 229 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216502
Common Names
- Hyptis bicolor
- Two-Colored Hyptis
- Bicolor Hyptis
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- Hyptis discolor Epling [unknown]
Description
Hyptis bicolor (also called Two-colored Hyptis, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It is a small shrub, growing to a height of 1 m (3.3 ft). Its leaves are opposite, with leaflets arranged in a linear pattern. Its flowers are white, and its fruits are small, red and yellow drupes.
Uses & Benefits
Hyptis bicolor is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils, which can be used in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hyptis bicolor is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed of Hyptis bicolor is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Hyptis bicolor are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hyptis bicolor 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 bicolor
Hyptis bicolor is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Hyptis bicolor FAQ
What is the common name of Hyptis bicolor?
Two-colored Mintbush
What is the scientific name of Two-colored Mintbush?
Hyptis bicolor
What is the natural habitat of Hyptis bicolor?
It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands
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-101627: Based on the initial data import
Carl Epling (1894-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Epling' in the authors string.