Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplexicaule
ID:
223111

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 579 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222440

Common Names

  • Lamium amplexicaule
  • Henbit Dead-nettle
  • Henbit Henbit

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Synonyms

  • Lamiella amplexicaulis Fourn. [unknown]
  • Lamiopsis amplexicaulis Opiz [unknown]
  • Lamium amplexicaule album Pickens & M.C.W.Pickens [unknown]
  • Lamium amplexicaule amplexicaule [unknown]
  • Lamium lassithiense Coustur. & Gand. [unknown]
  • Lamium mesogaeon Heldr. ex Boiss. [unknown]
  • Lamium rumelicum Velen. [unknown]
  • Lamium stepposum Kossko ex Klokov [unknown]
  • Pollichia amplexicaulis (L.) Willd. [unknown]
  • Lamium amplexicaule clandestinum Rchb. [unknown]
  • Lamium amplexicaule breviflorum Coss. & Germ. [unknown]
  • Lamium amplexicaule calyciflorum Ten. [unknown]
  • Lamium amplexicaule albiflorum Tubilla & Lázaro Ibiza [unknown]
  • Lamium amplexicaule cryptanthum Cariot [unknown]
  • Lamium amplexicaule arenicola P.Monts. [unknown]
  • Galeobdolon amplexicaule Moench [unknown]
  • Lamium amplexicaule amplexicaule [unknown]
  • Lamium stepposum Kossko ex Klok. [deprecated]

Description

Lamium amplexicaule (also called henbit dead-nettle, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to Europe. It is found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lamium amplexicaule is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and as a dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lamium amplexicaule var. allepicum (Boiss. & Hausskn.) Bornm.
Lamium amplexicaule var. incisum Boiss.
Lamium amplexicaule var. orientale (Pacz.) Mennema
Lamium amplexicaule sub. mauritanicum (Gand. ex Batt.) Maire
Lamium amplexicaule var. bornmuelleri Mennema
Lamium amplexicaule sub. amplexicaule

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lamium amplexicaule is white and tubular, with a yellow center. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lamium amplexicaule is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant perennial that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in USDA zones 4-8.

Where to Find Lamium amplexicaule

Lamium amplexicaule is native to Europe and western Asia. It is found in moist, shady, wooded areas and can be grown in gardens. It is also available from nurseries and garden centers.

Lamium amplexicaule FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lamium amplexicaule?

Lamium amplexicaule

What is the common name of Lamium amplexicaule?

Henbit Dead-nettle

What is the natural habitat of Lamium amplexicaule?

It is native to Europe, North Africa, and western and central Asia.

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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