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
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.
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,