Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
montana
ID:
237407

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 12: 85 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000236739

Common Names

  • Montana
  • Marsypianthes
  • Mountain Marsypianthes

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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.

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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 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-120980: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.