Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 12: 85 (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236739
Common Names
- Montana
- Marsypianthes
- Mountain Marsypianthes
Synonyms
- Marsypianthes hyptoides montana (Benth. ex DC.) J.A.Schmidt [unknown]
Description
Marsypianthes montana (also called Mountain Marshpennywort, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with white flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to Southern Europe and North Africa and grows in wet, marshy areas.
Uses & Benefits
Marsypianthes montana has been used to treat digestive disorders, fever, and skin diseases. It is also used as an antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Marsypianthes montana has white flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Marsypianthes montana is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Marsypianthes montana
Marsypianthes montana can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.
Marsypianthes montana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Marsypianthes montana?
Marsypianthes montana
What type of plant is Marsypianthes montana?
It is a shrub
What is the natural habitat of Marsypianthes montana?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas
Species in the Marsypianthes genus
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,