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Bengal Pogostemon

Bengal Shrub-Mint, Bengal Pogostemon • Manipuri: ꯂꯝ ꯊꯣꯏꯗꯤꯡ Lam thoiding • Marathi: पांगळी Pangli • Bengali: জূঈ লতা Jui-lata • Oriya: Pokasunga • Nepali: रुधिलो Rudhilo
Botanical name:Pogostemon benghalensis

Family:Lamiaceae (Mint family)
Synonyms: Origanum benghalense, Pogostemon parviflorus, Pogostemon plectranthoides

Bengal Shrub-Mint is a large herb which looks like a shrub 1-2 m tall. Stem and branches are quadrangular, purplish and shining. The whole plant has a strong odour. Oppositely arranged, broadly ovate leaves are 7-12 cm long, with coarsely double-toothed margins. Flowers occur in dense spikes forming a large pyramid-like panicle. Purple flowers are 2-lipped, 5-6 mm, with 4 protruding stamens. Flowering: December.

Rimjhim

With a passion for conservation especially in regards to plant taxonomy, systematics and ethnobotany, I want to engage in research that contributes to protecting the environment and to know the importance of plants, sustainably. My original interest in plant systematics was captured during my graduation time in BSc Botany at PG college Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, India. I strive to continue expanding my skills and learning new techniques whilst applying those I have gained throughout my academic and professional journey, to contribute to a sustainable future.

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