Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
breweri
ID:
246093

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 8: 386 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245425

Common Names

  • Monardella breweri
  • Brewer's Monardella
  • Monardella

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Synonyms

  • Madronella breweri Greene [unknown]
  • Monardella elmeri Abrams [unknown]

Description

Monardella breweri (also called Brewer's Monardella, 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

Monardella breweri is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in landscaping, as it can provide a lush, green backdrop to other plants. It is also used in traditional medicine, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Monardella breweri sub. glandulifera (I.M.Johnst.) Elvin
Monardella breweri sub. lanceolata (A.Gray) A.C.Sanders & Elvin
Monardella breweri sub. microcephala (A.Gray) Elvin & A.C.Sanders
Monardella breweri sub. breweri

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Monardella breweri has small, white to pink flowers that are arranged in a terminal spike. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with two opposite leaves and a taproot.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monardella breweri 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 Monardella breweri

Monardella breweri is native to the United States, and can be found in the western states.

Monardella breweri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monardella breweri?

Monardella breweri

What type of plant is Monardella breweri?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Monardella breweri grow?

It is native to western North America

Species in the Monardella 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-129283: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.