Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
insignis
ID:
229581

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moldenke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 32: 483 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000228911

Common Names

  • Lippia insignis
  • Insignis Lippia
  • Distinguished Lippia

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Description

Lippia insignis (also called Striking Lippia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant, native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as in open fields, in disturbed areas, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Lippia insignis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower. It is known for its fragrant flowers and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lippia insignis has white or pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lippia insignis is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Lippia insignis

Lippia insignis is native to Mexico and Central America.

Lippia insignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lippia insignis?

Lippia insignis

What type of plant is Lippia insignis?

Herb

What is the natural habitat of Lippia insignis?

Dry, sandy areas

Species in the Lippia genus

Lippia aberrans, Lippia abyssinica, Lippia acuminata, Lippia acutidens, Lippia alba, Lippia alnifolia, Lippia americana, Lippia angustifolia, Lippia antaica, Lippia appendiculata, Lippia arechavaletae, Lippia aristata, Lippia asperrima, Lippia balansae, Lippia baumii, Lippia bellatula, Lippia bicolor, Lippia brachypoda, Lippia bracteosa, Lippia bradei, Lippia bromleyana, Lippia burtonii, Lippia callensi, Lippia campestris, Lippia cardiostegia, Lippia carviodora, Lippia chevalierii, Lippia chiapasensis, Lippia chrysantha, Lippia coarctata, Lippia coriacea, Lippia corymbosa, Lippia culmenicola, Lippia dauensis, Lippia domingensis, Lippia durangensis, Lippia ekmanii, Lippia elliptica, Lippia eupatorium, Lippia fastigiata, Lippia felippei, Lippia ferruginea, Lippia filifolia, Lippia fissicalyx, Lippia flavida, Lippia florida, Lippia formosa, Lippia fragrans, Lippia gardneriana, Lippia gehrtii,

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Harold Norman Moldenke (1909-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moldenke' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:141164-2: 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].