Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
linoides
ID:
246138

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 11: 101 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245470

Common Names

  • Linanthus Monardella
  • Linoides Monardella
  • Linanthus Yarrow

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Synonyms

  • Madronella linoides Greene [unknown]

Description

Monardella linoides (also called Linelike 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 linoides 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 linoides sub. linoides
Monardella linoides sub. oblonga Abrams
Monardella linoides sub. stricta Epling
Monardella linoides sub. anemonoides (Greene) Elvin & A.C.Sanders
Monardella linoides sub. erecta (Abrams) Elvin & A.C.Sanders
Monardella linoides sub. sierrae Elvin & A.C.Sanders

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White to pinkish-lavender, tubular, 2-lipped, 1/2–3/4 inch long. Seed: Small, oval, dark brown. Seedlings: Cotyledons linear, narrowly oblong, 1/4–3/8 inch long, with a few hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monardella linoides 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 Monardella linoides

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

Monardella linoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monardella linoides?

Monardella linoides

What type of plant is Monardella linoides?

Herbaceous perennial

Where does Monardella linoides 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-129325: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.