Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
austroappalachiana
ID:
1329957

Status:
valid

Authors:
Floden

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2015-28: 2 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342411

Common Names

  • Monarda austroappalachiana
  • Austroappalachiana Monarda
  • Monarda

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Description

Monarda austroappalachiana (also called 'Austroappalachian Monarda', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a terminal flower head. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Monarda austroappalachiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, respiratory problems, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monarda austroappalachiana is a small, pink, tubular flower with a short, curved beak. The seed is a small, black, triangular seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monarda austroappalachiana is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows best in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of 70-80°F (21-27°C). Division should be done in the spring or fall, and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Monarda austroappalachiana

Monarda austroappalachiana is native to the Appalachian Mountains of the United States.

Monarda austroappalachiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monarda austroappalachiana?

Monarda austroappalachiana

What type of plant is Monarda austroappalachiana?

It is an herb

Where is Monarda austroappalachiana found?

It is found in the Appalachian Mountains

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

Aaron J. Floden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Floden' in the authors string.