Monarda citriodora var. austromontana
Monarda citriodora var. austromontana · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Monarda citriodora var. austromontana, is a distinguished aromatic herb native to specific montane regions. Renowned for its citrus-like fragrance and potent therapeutic properties, this variety offers unique bioactive compounds. It serves as a vital botanical resource in traditional medicine, valued for its antimicrobial and calming effects.
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native range
- Northern America
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Monarda Citriodora Subsp. Austromontana · Monarda Austromontana
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Monarda citriodora var. austromontanaSynonyms
- Monarda citriodora subsp. austromontana
- Monarda austromontana
Sources: Wikidata
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Lamiales and the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Monarda, specifically as the variety citriodora var. austromontana.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Monarda |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range that spans across portions of North America. In the Southwestern United States, its presence is noted within the state of Arizona. Moving into the South-Central United States, it can also be found throughout New Mexico. Its distribution extends significantly into Mexico, covering the Northeast region of the country. Additionally, this variety occupies the Northwest and Southwest territories of Mexico.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Southwestern U.S.A. | Arizona |
| South-Central U.S.A. | New Mexico |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast |
| Mexico | Mexico Northwest |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Monarda citriodora var. austromontana has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Journal of medicinal food
Preparations
Monarda citriodora var. austromontana has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include Solvent extraction.
| Preparation | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Solvent extraction | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Solvent extraction
- Journal of medicinal food