Status:
valid
Authors:
Gang Yao
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 200: 29 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341848
Common Names
- Pogostemon Henanensis
- Henan Pogostemon
- Henan Patchouli
Description
Pogostemon henanensis (also called Henan Pogostemon, among many other common names) is a species of perennial herb native to China. It has narrow, linear leaves and produces small white flowers in the summer. It grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pogostemon henanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pogostemon henanensis has white flowers with yellow and purple markings. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pogostemon henanensis is a perennial herb native to China. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Pogostemon henanensis
Pogostemon henanensis is native to China and can be found in the Henan province.
Pogostemon henanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pogostemon henanensis?
Pogostemon henanensis
What type of plant is Pogostemon henanensis?
Herb
Where is Pogostemon henanensis native to?
China
Species in the Pogostemon genus
Pogostemon amaranthoides,
Pogostemon andersonii,
Pogostemon aquaticus,
Pogostemon atropurpureus,
Pogostemon auricularius,
Pogostemon barbatus,
Pogostemon benghalensis,
Pogostemon brachystachyus,
Pogostemon cablin,
Pogostemon chinensis,
Pogostemon crassicaulis,
Pogostemon cristatus,
Pogostemon cruciatus,
Pogostemon dasianus,
Pogostemon deccanensis,
Pogostemon dielsianus,
Pogostemon elatispicatus,
Pogostemon elsholtzioides,
Pogostemon erectus,
Pogostemon esquirolii,
Pogostemon falcatus,
Pogostemon faurei,
Pogostemon formosanus,
Pogostemon fraternus,
Pogostemon gardneri,
Pogostemon glaber,
Pogostemon glabratus,
Pogostemon griffithii,
Pogostemon hedgei,
Pogostemon helferi,
Pogostemon heyneanus,
Pogostemon hirsutus,
Pogostemon hispidocalyx,
Pogostemon hispidus,
Pogostemon kachinensis,
Pogostemon koehneanus,
Pogostemon linearis,
Pogostemon macgregorii,
Pogostemon membranaceus,
Pogostemon menthoides,
Pogostemon micangensis,
Pogostemon mollis,
Pogostemon mutamba,
Pogostemon myosurodes,
Pogostemon nepetoides,
Pogostemon nigrescens,
Pogostemon nilagiricus,
Pogostemon paludosus,
Pogostemon paniculatus,
Pogostemon parviflorus,
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
Gang Yao: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gang Yao' in the authors string.