Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
humilis
ID:
473236

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Torr.) Prather & J.A.Keith

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Novon 13(1): 104. 2003

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000472568

Common Names

  • Monarda humilis
  • Humble Monarda
  • Humble Tree Monarda

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Synonyms

  • Monarda punctata humilis Torr. [unknown]

Description

Monarda humilis (also called Monarda, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Central and South America. It is typically found in moist and shady habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Monarda humilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monarda humilis has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monarda humilis is a perennial herb native to North America. It is easy to grow in average, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. It can be propagated by division in spring or by seed. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.

Where to Find Monarda humilis

Monarda humilis is native to the eastern United States. It is found in dry open woods, prairies, and along roadsides.

Monarda humilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monarda humilis?

Monarda humilis

What is the common name of Monarda humilis?

Humile Monarda

What is the habitat of Monarda humilis?

It is found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands

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-254540: Based on the initial data import
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.
L. Alan Prather (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prather' in the authors string.
Jessie Anne Keith: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.A.Keith' in the authors string.