Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
myosurodes
ID:
280382

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 530 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000279714

Common Names

  • Pogostemon Myosurodes
  • Myosurodes Pogostemon
  • Myosurodes Downy

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Synonyms

  • Mentha myosuroides Roth [unknown]
  • Eusteralis myosuroides (Benth.) M.R.Almeida [unknown]
  • Dysophylla myosuroides (Roth) Benth. ex Wall. [unknown]

Description

Pogostemon myosurodes (also called Myosurus Pogostemon, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial plant native to Asia. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist habitats, such as along streams and in moist meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Pogostemon myosurodes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums. It is also used as a natural air purifier and for its calming and relaxing effect.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pogostemon myosurodes has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pogostemon myosurodes is a herbaceous perennial that is grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in early spring or late summer. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in moist soil or a rooting medium. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.

Where to Find Pogostemon myosurodes

Pogostemon myosurodes is native to India and can be found in the states of Assam, Bihar, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal.

Pogostemon myosurodes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pogostemon myosurodes?

Pogostemon myosurodes

What is the family of Pogostemon myosurodes?

Lamiaceae

What is the common name of Pogostemon myosurodes?

Mouse-tail Pogostemon

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-162153: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.