Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
setosum
ID:
289696

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nutt.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
J. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 7: 100 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000289028

Common Names

  • Pycnanthemum setosum
  • Hairy Mountain Mint
  • Hairy Horsemint

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Synonyms

  • Koellia hyssopifolia Britton [unknown]
  • Origanum clinopodioides Walter [unknown]
  • Origanum incanum Walter [unknown]
  • Pycnanthemum aristatum hyssopifolium (Benth.) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Pycnanthemum hyssopifolium Benth. [unknown]
  • Pycnanthemum umbratile Fernald [unknown]

Description

Pycnanthemum setosum (also called Bristly Pycnanthemum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to the United States and grows in moist soils. It is a small herbaceous plant with a single stem and small, ovate leaves. It has a green stem and green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnanthemum setosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pycnanthemum setosum has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnanthemum setosum 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 setosum

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

Pycnanthemum setosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pycnanthemum setosum?

Pycnanthemum setosum

What is the common name of Pycnanthemum setosum?

Setosum

Where is Pycnanthemum setosum found?

Eastern United States

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,

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