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The enlarged Lamiaceae contain about 236 genera and have been stated to contain 6,900 to 7,200 species, but the World Checklist lists 7,534. The largest genera are Salvia (900), Scutellaria (360), Stachys (300), Plectranthus (300), Hyptis (280), Teucrium (250), Vitex (250), Thymus (220), and Nepeta (200). [5]
The mint family (Lamiaceae) is known for its aromatic members, especially the mints and balms. Plants in the family are characterized by square stems, paired and simple leaves, and two-lipped open-mouthed tubular flowers. The following is a list of some of the major genera and species in the mint.
- Melissa Petruzzello
Lamiaceae, the mint family of flowering plants, with 236 genera and more than 7,000 species, the largest family of the order Lamiales. Lamiaceae is distributed nearly worldwide, and many species are cultivated for their fragrant leaves and attractive flowers.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Lamiales, mint order of flowering plants, including 24 families, 1,059 genera, and about 23,755 species. Easily recognizable characters include usually opposite leaves, frequent presence of glandular hairs, and mostly capsular fruits. Learn more about the order, its characteristics, and major families.
Learn about the Lamiaceae, a family of herbs or shrubs with 4-sided stems and strong-scented leaves and flowers. Find out the genera of Lamiaceae in New England and their characteristics, such as Agastache, Ajuga, Lavandula, and Mentha.
Learn about Lamiaceae, a large and diverse family of flowering plants with aromatic leaves and square stems. Find out the taxonomy, morphology, distribution, and economic and ecological importance of this family, as well as some notable species.
Learn about the Lamiaceae or Labiatae, a family of flowering plants with about 7200 species, many of them used as spices and vegetables. Find out their morphological characteristics, chemotaxonomy, and antimicrobial activities.
