Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
longicaulis
ID:
1306490

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harley

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 70(1)-1: 4 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318944

Common Names

  • Physominthe longicaulis
  • Long-Stemmed Physominthe
  • Long-Stemmed Climbing Plant

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Description

Physominthe longicaulis (also called 'Long-stemmed Mint', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Physominthe longicaulis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Physominthe longicaulis is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Physominthe longicaulis is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of 3-4 feet and has white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept in a sunny spot. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Physominthe longicaulis

Physominthe longicaulis can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Physominthe longicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Physominthe longicaulis?

Physominthe longicaulis

What type of plant is Physominthe longicaulis?

Herb

Where is Physominthe longicaulis found?

South America

Species in the Physominthe 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

Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.