Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
longiflora
ID:
280498

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 8: 296 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279830

Common Names

  • Poliomintha Longiflora
  • Long-Flowered Poliomintha
  • Long-Flowered False Rosemary

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Synonyms

  • Hedeoma longiflora Briq. [unknown]

Description

Poliomintha longiflora (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 longiflora 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Poliomintha longiflora var. longiflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poliomintha longiflora has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poliomintha longiflora 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 longiflora

Poliomintha longiflora 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 longiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poliomintha longiflora?

Poliomintha longiflora

What is the family of Poliomintha longiflora?

Lamiaceae

What is the common name of Poliomintha longiflora?

Long-flowered Poliomintha

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-162267: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.