Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
magentea
ID:
463419

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.R.S.Silva

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Novon 11: 472 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000462751

Common Names

  • Magentea Lippia
  • Magentea Verbena
  • Magentea Lippia

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Description

Lippia magentea (also called Magenta Verbena, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of 1–3 m and has fragrant white flowers. It grows in open woodlands, grasslands, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lippia magentea is used as a flavoring agent in food and beverages, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antimicrobial properties. It is also used to treat digestive issues, headaches, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lippia magentea is a small white or yellowish flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and have a pale green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lippia magentea can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny position.

Where to Find Lippia magentea

Lippia magentea is native to South America and can be found in dry, sunny areas such as grasslands and open woodlands.

Lippia magentea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lippia magentea?

Lippia magentea

What type of plant is Lippia magentea?

Lippia magentea is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Lippia magentea?

Lippia magentea is native to South America

Species in the Lippia genus

Lippia aberrans, Lippia abyssinica, Lippia acuminata, Lippia acutidens, Lippia alba, Lippia alnifolia, Lippia americana, Lippia angustifolia, Lippia antaica, Lippia appendiculata, Lippia arechavaletae, Lippia aristata, Lippia asperrima, Lippia balansae, Lippia baumii, Lippia bellatula, Lippia bicolor, Lippia brachypoda, Lippia bracteosa, Lippia bradei, Lippia bromleyana, Lippia burtonii, Lippia callensi, Lippia campestris, Lippia cardiostegia, Lippia carviodora, Lippia chevalierii, Lippia chiapasensis, Lippia chrysantha, Lippia coarctata, Lippia coriacea, Lippia corymbosa, Lippia culmenicola, Lippia dauensis, Lippia domingensis, Lippia durangensis, Lippia ekmanii, Lippia elliptica, Lippia eupatorium, Lippia fastigiata, Lippia felippei, Lippia ferruginea, Lippia filifolia, Lippia fissicalyx, Lippia flavida, Lippia florida, Lippia formosa, Lippia fragrans, Lippia gardneriana, Lippia gehrtii,

Species in the Verbenaceae family

Acantholippia seriphioides, Aloysia unifacialis, Aloysia decipiens, Aloysia barbata, Aloysia brasiliensis, Aloysia castellanosii, Aloysia catamarcensis, Aloysia chamaedryfolia, Aloysia chiapensis, Aloysia citrodora, Aloysia crenata, Aloysia densispicata, Aloysia dusenii, Aloysia fiebrigii, Aloysia gentryi, Aloysia gratissima, Aloysia hatschbachii, Aloysia herrerae, Aloysia macrostachya, Aloysia nahuire, Aloysia oblanceolata, Aloysia ovatifolia, Aloysia peruviana, Aloysia polygalifolia, Aloysia polystachya, Aloysia pulchra, Aloysia salviifolia, Aloysia schulziana, Aloysia scorodonioides, Aloysia sonorensis, Aloysia spathulata, Aloysia virgata, Aloysia wrightii, Aloysia velutina, Aloysia cordata, Aloysia arequipensis, Aloysia coalcomana, Aloysia salsoloides, Aloysia deserticola, Aloysia trifida, Aloysia riojana, Aloysia tarapacana, Bouchea agrestis, Bouchea boliviana, Bouchea dissecta, Bouchea notabilis, Bouchea prismatica, Bouchea pseudochascanum, Bouchea rusbyi, Bouchea spathulata,

References

Tânia Regina dos Santos Silva (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.R.S.Silva' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:322142-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].