Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
saxicola
ID:
246210

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.M.Johnst.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Bull. S. Calif. Acad. Sci. 18: 19 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000245542

Common Names

  • Rocky Monardella
  • Saxicola Monardella
  • Rocky Yerba Santa

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Synonyms

  • Monardella hypoleuca saxicola (I.M.Johnst.) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Monardella linoides saxicola (I.M.Johnst.) Jeps. [unknown]
  • Monardella viridis saxicola (I.M.Johnst.) Ewan [unknown]

Description

Monardella saxicola (also called Rock monardella, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with white flowers and a strong scent. It is native to California and grows in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Monardella saxicola 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.

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 saxicola 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 saxicola

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

Monardella saxicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Monardella saxicola?

Monardella saxicola

What is the common name of Monardella saxicola?

Rocky Mountain Monardella

What is the natural habitat of Monardella saxicola?

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-129390: Based on the initial data import
Ivan Murray Johnston (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.M.Johnst.' in the authors string.