Piloblephis facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Piloblephis
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Plantae
Clade:	Tracheophytes
Clade:	Angiosperms
Clade:	Eudicots
Clade:	Asterids
Order:	Lamiales
Family:	Lamiaceae
Subfamily:	Nepetoideae
Tribe:	Mentheae
Genus:	Piloblephis Raf.
Species:	P. rigida
Binomial name
Piloblephis rigida (Bartram ex Benth.) Raf.
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Synonyms
Pycnothymus (Benth.) Small Satureja rigida Bartram ex Benth. Clinopodium rigidum (Bartram ex Benth.) Kuntze Pycnothymus rigidus (Bartram ex Benth.) Small Piloblephis ericoides Raf.

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Piloblephis rigida, also known as wild pennyroyal or just pennyroyal, is a special kind of flowering plant. It belongs to the Lamiaceae family, which is also called the mint family. This plant was first officially described in 1838.

Piloblephis rigida is the only known species in its group, called a "monotypic genus." This means the genus Piloblephis has only one member: Piloblephis rigida. You can find this plant growing naturally in Florida, southern Georgia, and the beautiful islands of the Bahamas.

What is Wild Pennyroyal?

Wild pennyroyal is a type of plant that produces flowers. It's part of a very large family of plants known as Lamiaceae. This family includes many well-known herbs like mint, basil, and lavender.

Where Does Wild Pennyroyal Grow?

This interesting plant is native to certain warm regions. You can find it growing in the sunny state of Florida in the United States. It also grows in the southern parts of Georgia. Beyond the mainland, wild pennyroyal is also found in the tropical islands of the Bahamas.

Why is it Called Pennyroyal?

The name "pennyroyal" is often given to plants that have a strong, minty smell. While this plant is called wild pennyroyal, it's important to remember that it's a specific species. It's known for its unique characteristics within the mint family.

See also

• In Spanish: Piloblephis para niños