Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Mey. ex Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Comm. Pl. Afr. Austr. : 230 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318034
Common Names
- Syncolostemon rotundifolius
- Round-leaved Mintbush
- Round-leaved Mintbush Shrub
Description
Syncolostemon rotundifolius (also called Syncolostemon, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Syncolostemon rotundifolius is an evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Syncolostemon rotundifolius are white or pinkish in color and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Syncolostemon rotundifolius is a shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Syncolostemon rotundifolius
Syncolostemon rotundifolius can be found in South Africa, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe.
Syncolostemon rotundifolius FAQ
What is the common name of Syncolostemon rotundifolius?
Round-leaved syncolostemon
What is the scientific name of Round-leaved syncolostemon?
Syncolostemon rotundifolius
What is the natural habitat of Syncolostemon rotundifolius?
It is native to South Africa
Species in the Syncolostemon genus
Syncolostemon argenteus,
Syncolostemon comptonii,
Syncolostemon concinnus,
Syncolostemon densiflorus,
Syncolostemon eriocephalus,
Syncolostemon flabellifolius,
Syncolostemon latidens,
Syncolostemon macranthus,
Syncolostemon macrophyllus,
Syncolostemon parviflorus,
Syncolostemon ramulosus,
Syncolostemon rotundifolius,
Syncolostemon albiflorus,
Syncolostemon bolusii,
Syncolostemon bracteosus,
Syncolostemon canescens,
Syncolostemon comosus,
Syncolostemon elliottii,
Syncolostemon floccosus,
Syncolostemon foliosus,
Syncolostemon gerrardii,
Syncolostemon incanus,
Syncolostemon linearis,
Syncolostemon madagascariensis,
Syncolostemon modestus,
Syncolostemon obermeyerae,
Syncolostemon oritrephes,
Syncolostemon ornatus,
Syncolostemon parvifolius,
Syncolostemon persimilis,
Syncolostemon petiolatus,
Syncolostemon pretoriae,
Syncolostemon punctatus,
Syncolostemon ramosus,
Syncolostemon rehmannii,
Syncolostemon rugosifolius,
Syncolostemon stalmansii,
Syncolostemon stenophyllus,
Syncolostemon subvelutinus,
Syncolostemon teucriifolius,
Syncolostemon thorncroftii,
Syncolostemon transvaalensis,
Syncolostemon welwitschii,
Syncolostemon cinereus,
Syncolostemon namapaensis,
Syncolostemon aurulentus,
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,