Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
strictus
ID:
451716

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Scroph. Ind. : 28 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000451048

Common Names

  • Mimulus strictus
  • Upright Monkeyflower
  • Upright Monkeyflower Plant

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Description

Mimulus strictus (also called Upright Monkeyflower, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in sunny, dry places. It is often found in rocky areas and on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Mimulus strictus is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive issues, skin conditions, and respiratory ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mimulus strictus is yellow, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedling is about 5 cm in height, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mimulus strictus is an annual or biennial plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Mimulus strictus

Mimulus strictus is native to North America.

Mimulus strictus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mimulus strictus?

Mimulus strictus

What is the common name of Mimulus strictus?

Upright monkeyflower

What is the natural habitat of Mimulus strictus?

Grasslands and meadows

Species in the Phrymaceae family

Diplacus aridus, Diplacus aurantiacus, Diplacus calycinus, Diplacus clevelandii, Diplacus grandiflorus, Diplacus linearis, Diplacus lompocensis, Diplacus longiflorus, Diplacus parviflorus, Diplacus puniceus, Diplacus rutilus, Diplacus stellatus, Diplacus parryi, Diplacus rupicola, Diplacus bigelovii, Diplacus bolanderi, Diplacus clivicola, Diplacus constrictus, Diplacus cusickii, Diplacus fremontii, Diplacus jepsonii, Diplacus johnstonii, Diplacus layneae, Diplacus leptaleus, Diplacus mephiticus, Diplacus mohavensis, Diplacus nanus, Diplacus rattanii, Diplacus viscidus, Diplacus pictus, Diplacus angustatus, Diplacus pulchellus, Diplacus tricolor, Diplacus congdonii, Diplacus douglasii, Diplacus kelloggii, Diplacus torreyi, Diplacus traskiae, Diplacus compactus, Diplacus vandenbergensis, Diplacus ovatus, Diplacus brandegeei, Diplacus thompsonii, Diplacus cusickioides, Diplacus deschutesensis, Diplacus cascadensis, Diplacus bicolor, Diplacus brevipes, Diplacus australis, Diplacus pygmaeus,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:806110-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].