Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) F.Muell.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 5: 200 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279736
Common Names
- Pogostemon quadrifolius
- Four-Leaf Pogostemon
- Four-Leaf Stem
Synonyms
- Mentha quadrifolia Roxb. [unknown]
- Mentha stellata Buch.-Ham. ex Roxb. [unknown]
- Anuragia quadrifolia (Benth.) Raizada [unknown]
- Pogostemon stellatus roxburgianus (H.Keng) H.Keng [unknown]
- Chotekia sericea Opiz & Corda [unknown]
- Dysophylla quadrifolia (Roxb. ex D.Don) Benth. [unknown]
- Dysophylla rupestris Dalzell [unknown]
- Dysophylla stellata roxburghiana H.Keng [unknown]
- Dysophylla velutina Benth. [unknown]
- Eusteralis malabarica Majumdar [unknown]
- Eusteralis quadrifolia (Benth.) Panigrahi [unknown]
- Eusteralis stellata roxburghiana (Keng) Bennet & Raizada [unknown]
- Dysophylla quadrifolia velutina Benth. [unknown]
- Dysophylla quadrifolia linearis Benth. [unknown]
Description
Pogostemon quadrifolius (also called Four-Leaf Pogostemon, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of Asia and Africa. It has a creeping habit and grows to a maximum height of 0.5 meters. It has hairy stems and leaves with white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests and along riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Pogostemon quadrifolius is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It can also be used as a groundcover, as it has a low-growing habit. The plant is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pogostemon quadrifolius has white to pale pink flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pogostemon quadrifolius is a perennial herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.
Where to Find Pogostemon quadrifolius
Pogostemon quadrifolius is native to India and can be found in the states of Assam, Bihar, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal.
Pogostemon quadrifolius FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pogostemon quadrifolius?
Pogostemon quadrifolius
What is the common name of Pogostemon quadrifolius?
Four-leaved Patchouli
What is the natural habitat of Pogostemon quadrifolius?
It is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.
Species in the Pogostemon genus
Pogostemon amaranthoides,
Pogostemon andersonii,
Pogostemon aquaticus,
Pogostemon atropurpureus,
Pogostemon auricularius,
Pogostemon barbatus,
Pogostemon benghalensis,
Pogostemon brachystachyus,
Pogostemon cablin,
Pogostemon chinensis,
Pogostemon crassicaulis,
Pogostemon cristatus,
Pogostemon cruciatus,
Pogostemon dasianus,
Pogostemon deccanensis,
Pogostemon dielsianus,
Pogostemon elatispicatus,
Pogostemon elsholtzioides,
Pogostemon erectus,
Pogostemon esquirolii,
Pogostemon falcatus,
Pogostemon faurei,
Pogostemon formosanus,
Pogostemon fraternus,
Pogostemon gardneri,
Pogostemon glaber,
Pogostemon glabratus,
Pogostemon griffithii,
Pogostemon hedgei,
Pogostemon helferi,
Pogostemon heyneanus,
Pogostemon hirsutus,
Pogostemon hispidocalyx,
Pogostemon hispidus,
Pogostemon kachinensis,
Pogostemon koehneanus,
Pogostemon linearis,
Pogostemon macgregorii,
Pogostemon membranaceus,
Pogostemon menthoides,
Pogostemon micangensis,
Pogostemon mollis,
Pogostemon mutamba,
Pogostemon myosurodes,
Pogostemon nepetoides,
Pogostemon nigrescens,
Pogostemon nilagiricus,
Pogostemon paludosus,
Pogostemon paniculatus,
Pogostemon parviflorus,
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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,