Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
purpurea
ID:
246203

Status:
valid

Authors:
Howell

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Fl. N.W. Amer. : 550 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245535

Common Names

  • Purple Monardella
  • Purpurea Monardella
  • Purple Yerba Santa

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Synonyms

  • Madronella purpurea A.Nelson [unknown]
  • Monardella odoratissima neglecta Epling [unknown]
  • Monardella odoratissima neglecta (Greene) Jeps. [unknown]

Description

Monardella purpurea (also called Purple monardella, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with purple flowers and a strong scent. It is native to California and grows in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Monardella purpurea 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 purpurea sub. neglecta (Greene) 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 purpurea 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 purpurea

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

Monardella purpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monardella purpurea?

Monardella purpurea

What is the common name of Monardella purpurea?

Purple Monardella

What is the natural habitat of Monardella purpurea?

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