Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
turkestanicus
ID:
225405

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.I.Krecz. & Kuprian.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 11: 136 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224735

Common Names

  • Turkestan Motherwort
  • Turkestan Lion's Tail
  • Turkestan Leonurus

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Synonyms

  • Leonurus cardiaca turkestanicus (V.I.Krecz. & Kuprian.) Rech.f. [unknown]

Description

Leonurus turkestanicus (also called Turkestan Motherwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It is an herbaceous perennial that grows in moist meadows and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Leonurus turkestanicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Leonurus turkestanicus var. songoricus Krestovsk.
Leonurus turkestanicus var. turkestanicus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leonurus turkestanicus has white flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leonurus turkestanicus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.

Where to Find Leonurus turkestanicus

Leonurus turkestanicus can be found in Central Asia.

Leonurus turkestanicus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leonurus turkestanicus?

Leonurus turkestanicus

What are the common names of Leonurus turkestanicus?

Turkestan Motherwort, Turkestan Marjoram, and Turkestan Motherwort

What is the natural habitat of Leonurus turkestanicus?

It is native to Turkestan and is found in moist, shady areas

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-109594: Based on the initial data import
V.I. Kreczetowicz (1901-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.I.Krecz.' in the authors string.
Ludmila Kuprianova (1914-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuprian.' in the authors string.