Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
yunnanensis
ID:
240759

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Y.Wu & Y.C.Huang

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 10: 228 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000240091

Common Names

  • Yunnanensis Paperbark
  • Yunnanensis Honey Myrtle
  • Yunnanensis Tea Tree

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Description

Melissa yunnanensis (also called 'Yunnan Melissa', among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 meters in height. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It has alternate, ovate leaves and small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Melissa yunnanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Melissa yunnanensis is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Melissa yunnanensis is a perennial herb that is native to China. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or fall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Melissa yunnanensis

Melissa yunnanensis can be found in Australia, particularly in the Northern Territory and Queensland.

Melissa yunnanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Melissa yunnanensis?

Melissa yunnanensis

What is the common name of Melissa yunnanensis?

Yunnan melissa

What is the natural habitat of Melissa yunnanensis?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

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-124138: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
Yong Chin Huang (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.C.Huang' in the authors string.