Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
montanus
ID:
276339

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Pl. Asiat. Rar. 2: 17 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000275671

Common Names

  • Montanus Plectranthus
  • Montanus Spurflower
  • Montanus False Coleus

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Synonyms

  • Plectranthus cylindraceus Hochst. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Plectranthus densiflorus T.Cooke [unknown]
  • Plectranthus fischeri Gürke [unknown]
  • Plectranthus glomeratus R.A.Dyer [unknown]
  • Plectranthus marrubioides Hochst. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Plectranthus moschosmoides Baker [unknown]
  • Plectranthus spiciformis R.A.Dyer [unknown]
  • Plectranthus villosus T.Cooke [unknown]
  • Burnatastrum cylindraceum (Benth.) P.V.Heath [unknown]
  • Coleus subbaraoi Kumari & Malathi [unknown]
  • Geniosporum fissum S.Moore [unknown]
  • Geniosporum lasiostachyum Briq. [unknown]
  • Germanea cylindracea Hiern [unknown]

Description

Plectranthus montanus (also called Mountain Spurflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a spreading habit with small, ovate leaves and white flowers with purple spots. It typically grows in moist, shady places in grassland and forest margins.

Uses & Benefits

Plectranthus montanus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a ground cover and in borders. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have calming effects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Plectranthus montanus has white to purple flowers that grow in clusters. Seed: The seeds are small and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Plectranthus montanus is a perennial herb that grows in a range of soils, from sandy to clay. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Plectranthus montanus

Plectranthus montanus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.

Plectranthus montanus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Plectranthus montanus?

Plectranthus montanus

What type of plant is Plectranthus montanus?

Herbaceous perennial

What is the growth habit of Plectranthus montanus?

Upright, clump-forming

Species in the Plectranthus genus

Plectranthus acaulis, Plectranthus actites, Plectranthus adenophorus, Plectranthus aegyptiacus, Plectranthus agnewii, Plectranthus alboviolaceus, Plectranthus aliciae, Plectranthus alloplectus, Plectranthus alpinus, Plectranthus ambiguus, Plectranthus amboinicus, Plectranthus amicorum, Plectranthus amoenus, Plectranthus amplexicaulis, Plectranthus angulatus, Plectranthus antongilicus, Plectranthus apoensis, Plectranthus apreptus, Plectranthus apricus, Plectranthus arabicus, Plectranthus arenicola, Plectranthus argentatus, Plectranthus argentifolius, Plectranthus asirensis, Plectranthus atroviolaceus, Plectranthus barbatus, Plectranthus bariensis, Plectranthus baumii, Plectranthus beddomei, Plectranthus berdaricus, Plectranthus betamponus, Plectranthus betonicifolius, Plectranthus blakei, Plectranthus bojeri, Plectranthus bourneae, Plectranthus bracteatus, Plectranthus brevicaulis, Plectranthus buchananii, Plectranthus burorum, Plectranthus calycinus, Plectranthus candelabriformis, Plectranthus canescens, Plectranthus caninus, Plectranthus capuronii, Plectranthus carnosifolius, Plectranthus caudatus, Plectranthus chevalieri, Plectranthus chiangdaoensis, Plectranthus chimanimanensis, Plectranthus ciliatus,

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-158326: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.