Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Pl. Asiat. Rar. 1: 31 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279748
Common Names
- Pogostemon Speciosus
- Showy Pogostemon
- Showy Downy Pogostemon
Description
Pogostemon speciosus (also called Showy 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 speciosus 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.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Pogostemon speciosus var. speciosus
Pogostemon speciosus var. filiformis V.S.Kumar & B.D.Sharma
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pogostemon speciosus has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black, while its seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pogostemon speciosus is a perennial plant that can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Pogostemon speciosus
Pogostemon speciosus 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 speciosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pogostemon speciosus?
Pogostemon speciosus
What is the common name of Pogostemon speciosus?
Showy Patchouli
What is the natural habitat of Pogostemon speciosus?
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,
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,