Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Species:
odorata
ID:
523928

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 158 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000523260

Common Names

  • Agastachys odorata
  • Fragrant Agastachys
  • Fragrant Bush

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Synonyms

  • Lippomuellera odorata Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Agastachys odorata (also called fragrant agastachys, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central America. It has glossy, leathery leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in moist woodlands, thickets and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Agastachys odorata is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agastachys odorata has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agastachys odorata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Plants should be grown in partial shade and kept moist.

Where to Find Agastachys odorata

Agastachys odorata is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Bahia and Minas Gerais.

Agastachys odorata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agastachys odorata?

Agastachys odorata

What is the natural habitat of Agastachys odorata?

Agastachys odorata is native to the Eastern Himalayas

What is the flower color of Agastachys odorata?

Agastachys odorata has white or pink flowers

Species in the Agastachys genus

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References