genus
Hornpods
Mitreola
Field notes
Mitreola, commonly known as hornpod, is a genus of small flowering plants consisting of approximately 13 species in the family Loganiaceae. They are herbaceous perennial plants found in tropical, subtropical, and temperate regions of Africa, Asia, Oceana and the southeastern United States. Some species were previously included in the genus Cynoctonum. Most species are less than a 12" tall, have sessile leaves, and small white flowers.
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Range
Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided
Key traits
- Layer
- Herbaceous plants
- Plant type
- Annual Wildflower
From USDA PLANTS.
Top native hornpods All
Native to the US, ranked by caterpillars, then bees and other hosts, food, flowers and shelter.