Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
nana
ID:
246166

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245498

Common Names

  • Dwarf Monardella
  • Nana Monardella
  • Dwarf Yarrow

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Synonyms

  • Madronella nana Greene [unknown]
  • Monardella macrantha nana A.Gray [unknown]
  • Monardella macrantha nana Epling [unknown]

Description

Monardella nana (also called Dwarf Monardella, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to a height of 0.5–1 m. It is native to the western United States and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and small pink or white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Monardella nana 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 nana sub. arida Abrams
Monardella nana sub. leptosiphon Abrams
Monardella nana sub. nana
Monardella nana sub. tenuiflora Abrams

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 nana 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 nana

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

Monardella nana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monardella nana?

Monardella nana

What is the common name of Monardella nana?

Dwarf Monardella

What is the natural habitat of Monardella nana?

Grassland, chaparral, and open woodlands

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-129350: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.