The Lamiaceae (/ ˌleɪmiˈeɪsi.iː, - ˌaɪ / LAY-mee-AY-see-ee, -⁠eye) [3] or Labiatae are a family of flowering plants commonly known as the mint, deadnettle, or sage family.

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.

Mar 12, 2025 · 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.

Affinities of Lamiaceae: Engler, Hallier, Wettestein and Rendle placed the family in Tubiflorae. The family is closely allied to Acanthaceae from which it can be distinguished by the following features: 1. Quadrangular stem and aromatic smell. 2. Verticellaster inflorescence. 3. …

Family: Lamiaceae — mint family Species in the Lamiaceae are herbs or shrubs with distinctively 4-sided stems. The leaves and stems of many species have a strong scent when crushed. The leaves are opposite or may be arranged in a whorl.

Lamiaceae is the sixth largest family of flowering plants with seven sub-families, 236 genera and more than 7,000 species. Lamiaceae includes wildflowers, trees and many common garden plants we grow for their vibrant flowers, pollinator-attracting properties and to liven our senses.

Identify plants and flowers of the Mint family (Lamiaceae) with these wildflower identification tools and a photo gallery with plants grouped according to families.

Explanation on Family-Lamiaceae (Labiatae): There are about 200 genera and 3200 species in this family. Distribution: The members of this family are found throughout the world. They are being distributed both in temperate and tropical regions. The chief centre of distribution of the family is the Mediterranean region.

May 8, 2014 · The mint family (Lamiaceae), with approximately 236 genera and 7200 species, is the sixth largest family of flowering plants, and has major economic and cultural importance worldwide.

The Lamiaceae are mostly herbs or shrubs comprising about 200 genera and 3,200 species, commonly with aromatic, herbage, quadrangular stems, and verticillate inflorescences. The leaves are opposite or whorled, and are simple or occasionally pinnately compound; stipules are absent.