Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1753
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 22 (1753)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245306
Common Names
- Monarda Clinopodia
- Clinopodia Monarda
- Monarda Monarda
Synonyms
- Monarda allophylla Michx. [unknown]
- Monarda altissima Willd. [unknown]
- Monarda clinopodifolia L. [unknown]
- Monarda fistulosa clinopodia (L.) Cooperr. [unknown]
- Monarda glabra Lam. [unknown]
- Monarda rugosa [Soland.] [unknown]
- Monardella caroliniana Benth. [unknown]
Description
Monarda clinopodia (also called Monarda clinopodia var. clinopodia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb found in tropical Africa. It has a woody stem and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate. It is found in grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Monarda clinopodia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monarda clinopodia has small, pink flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monarda clinopodia is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or division of established plants.
Where to Find Monarda clinopodia
Monarda clinopodia is native to the United States and is found in dry prairies and open woods.
Monarda clinopodia FAQ
What is the optimal soil pH for Monarda clinopodia?
Monarda clinopodia prefers a soil pH of 6.0 to 7.0.
What type of sunlight does Monarda clinopodia need?
Monarda clinopodia prefers full sun to partial shade.
What is the optimal temperature for Monarda clinopodia?
Monarda clinopodia prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).
Species in the Monarda genus
Monarda bartlettii,
Monarda bradburiana,
Monarda citriodora,
Monarda clinopodia,
Monarda clinopodioides,
Monarda didyma,
Monarda eplingiana,
Monarda fistulosa,
Monarda fruticulosa,
Monarda lindheimeri,
Monarda maritima,
Monarda media,
Monarda medioides,
Monarda pectinata,
Monarda pringlei,
Monarda punctata,
Monarda russeliana,
Monarda stanfieldii,
Monarda viridissima,
Monarda humilis,
Monarda luteola,
Monarda russeliana,
Monarda bradburiana,
Monarda austroappalachiana,
Monarda brevis,
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,