Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cunninghamii
ID:
241243

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 12: 174 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000240575

Common Names

  • Mentha cunninghamii
  • Cunningham's Mint
  • Cunningham's Horsemint

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Synonyms

  • Mentha consimils Colenso [unknown]
  • Micromeria cunninghamii Benth. [unknown]

Description

Mentha cunninghamii (also called Cunningham's mint, among many other common names) is an erect herb that grows up to 1 meter tall. It has a square stem and opposite leaves that are ovate to lanceolate in shape. Native to Australia, it can be found in moist meadows, along streams and in other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Mentha cunninghamii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Pale pink to purple, with a yellow throat. Seed: Small, dark brown, and flat. Seedlings: Long and thin with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mentha cunninghamii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and should be 6-8 inches long. Layering is done by bending a branch to the ground and burying it in soil. The branch should be left in place until roots have developed, which can take up to a year.

Where to Find Mentha cunninghamii

Mentha cunninghamii is native to Australia. It can be found in wet meadows, marshes, and wet woods.

Mentha cunninghamii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mentha cunninghamii?

Mentha cunninghamii

What is the common name of Mentha cunninghamii?

Cunningham's Mint

Where does Mentha cunninghamii grow?

Mentha cunninghamii is native to Australia

Species in the Mentha genus

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-124598: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.