Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gray
Source:
wcs
Year:
1882
Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 549 (1882)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279828
Common Names
- Poliomintha Glabrescens
- Glabrescent Poliomintha
- Glabrescent False Rosemary
Synonyms
- Hedeoma glabrescens Briq. [unknown]
Description
Poliomintha glabrescens (also called White Mint, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Poliomintha glabrescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and flowers and is known to attract hummingbirds and butterflies. The plant is also used in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Poliomintha glabrescens has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Poliomintha glabrescens is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in a container or in the garden. It is best to water the plant regularly and to fertilize it every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Poliomintha glabrescens
Poliomintha glabrescens is native to the tropical rainforests of Mexico and Central America, and can be found in the countries of Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, and Nicaragua.
Poliomintha glabrescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Poliomintha glabrescens?
Poliomintha glabrescens
What is the family of Poliomintha glabrescens?
Lamiaceae
What is the common name of Poliomintha glabrescens?
Smooth Poliomintha
Species in the Poliomintha 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,