About Trichostema latens K.S.McClell., 2023
Classification
Trichostema latens is a perennial herb in the mint family, with opposite leaves and bilaterally symmetrical flowers that match the family's typical form.
Flower Traits
Like other species in the genus Trichostema, its flowers grow in axillary clusters and have elongated stamens that are adapted for insect pollination, specifically pollination by bees.
Morphological Documentation
More detailed morphological descriptions of this species can be found in regional floras and published taxonomic treatments of the genus Trichostema.
Distribution Range
This species is endemic to Franklin County, Florida, and is only known from a small number of populations.
Habitat
It is thought to occur in scrubby flatwoods and similar types of habitat.
