Status:
valid
Authors:
Willd.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1809
Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. : 32 (1809)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245355
Common Names
- Monarda Media
- Media Monarda
- Monarda Monarda
Synonyms
- Monarda fistulosa media (Willd.) A.Gray [unknown]
- Monarda fistulosa media (Willd.) Voss [unknown]
Description
Monarda media (also called Midland Beebalm, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial native to North America. It has small, oval leaves and produces small, pink flowers. It is found in open, grassy areas and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Monarda media is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscaping. It has attractive foliage and flowers that attract birds and butterflies. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Monarda media has small, pink flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Monarda media is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or fall, and divisions should be done in the spring.
Where to Find Monarda media
Monarda media is native to Europe, and can be found in the temperate regions of the continent.
Monarda media FAQ
What is the optimal soil pH for Monarda media?
Monarda media prefers a soil pH of 6.0 to 7.0.
What type of sunlight does Monarda media need?
Monarda media prefers full sun to partial shade.
What is the optimal temperature for Monarda media?
Monarda media 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,