Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
montanum
ID:
289684

Status:
valid

Authors:
Michx.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. (Michaux) 2: 8, t. 8. 1803 [19 Mar 1803]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289016

Common Names

  • Pycnanthemum montanum
  • Mountain Mint
  • Mountain Horsemint

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Synonyms

  • Koellia montana Kuntze [unknown]
  • Monarda gracilis Pursh [unknown]
  • Monardella montana Benth. [unknown]

Description

Pycnanthemum montanum (also called mountain mountain mint, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to North America and is found in moist meadows and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnanthemum montanum is used as an ornamental plant and for traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pycnanthemum montanum has small white flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnanthemum montanum is a small, clumping plant native to tropical rainforests in Australia. It can reach a height of up to 10 metres. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Pycnanthemum montanum

Pycnanthemum montanum is native to North America and can be found in open woodlands and prairies.

Pycnanthemum montanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pycnanthemum montanum?

Pycnanthemum montanum

What is the family of Pycnanthemum montanum?

Lamiaceae

What is the common name of Pycnanthemum montanum?

Mountain Mint

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-171061: Based on the initial data import
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.