Cantinoa carpinifolia
(Benth.) Harley & J. F. B. Pastore
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Field Museum of Natural History - Botany Department | GDI 2013-2015
Description
A tropical herb in the mint family (Lamiaceae) with potential medicinal applications.
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Medicinal Uses
The plant's oil has antibacterial properties and may be used medicinally.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Bolivia, Brazil, South America,
Notes
The oil has antibacterial properties.
Synonyms
Hyptis aquatica Pohl ex Benth.Hyptis carpinifolia Benth.Hyptis carpinifolia var. pilosa Benth.Mesosphaerum carpinifolium (Benth.) Kuntze
References (1)
- World Checklist of Useful Plant Species 2020. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
