Status:
valid
Authors:
M.L.Williams, Drinnan & N.G.Walsh
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 19: 475 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000809842
Common Names
- Prostanthera arapilensis
- Arapilensis Prostanthera
- Prostanthera
Description
Prostanthera arapilensis (also called Arapiles Mintbush, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Australia. It is a small, evergreen shrub with fragrant, white flowers. It grows in grasslands, woodlands, and heathlands, and prefers moist, well-drained soils.
Uses & Benefits
Prostanthera arapilensis is a popular ornamental plant used in landscaping. It is also known to be a good air purifier, and its leaves can be used to make thatch roofs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Prostanthera arapilensis is a small, white, fragrant flower with a short, curved labellum. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and light green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Prostanthera arapilensis is a shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood branches and treated with a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both seed and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Prostanthera arapilensis
Prostanthera arapilensis is native to the temperate grasslands of Australia. It can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
Prostanthera arapilensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Prostanthera arapilensis?
Prostanthera arapilensis
What is the common name of Prostanthera arapilensis?
Arapiles mintbush
Where does Prostanthera arapilensis grow?
It is found in Victoria, Australia
Species in the Prostanthera genus
Prostanthera albiflora,
Prostanthera albohirta,
Prostanthera althoferi,
Prostanthera ammophila,
Prostanthera arenicola,
Prostanthera aspalathoides,
Prostanthera baxteri,
Prostanthera behriana,
Prostanthera caerulea,
Prostanthera calycina,
Prostanthera campbellii,
Prostanthera canaliculata,
Prostanthera carrickiana,
Prostanthera centralis,
Prostanthera chlorantha,
Prostanthera cineolifera,
Prostanthera clotteniana,
Prostanthera collina,
Prostanthera cruciflora,
Prostanthera cryptandroides,
Prostanthera cuneata,
Prostanthera decussata,
Prostanthera densa,
Prostanthera denticulata,
Prostanthera discolor,
Prostanthera eckersleyana,
Prostanthera eriocalyx,
Prostanthera eurybioides,
Prostanthera florifera,
Prostanthera galbraithiae,
Prostanthera granitica,
Prostanthera grylloana,
Prostanthera hirtula,
Prostanthera howelliae,
Prostanthera incana,
Prostanthera incisa,
Prostanthera incurvata,
Prostanthera lanceolata,
Prostanthera laricoides,
Prostanthera lasianthos,
Prostanthera linearis,
Prostanthera lithospermoides,
Prostanthera magnifica,
Prostanthera marifolia,
Prostanthera megacalyx,
Prostanthera melissifolia,
Prostanthera microphylla,
Prostanthera monticola,
Prostanthera nanophylla,
Prostanthera nivea,
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
Mark L. Williams: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.L.Williams' in the authors string.
Andrew N. Drinnan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Drinnan' in the authors string.