Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
adenophyta
ID:
251391

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hedge

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Pakistan J. Bot. 21: 195 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250723

Common Names

  • Nepeta adenophyta
  • Adenophyte catmint
  • Adenophyte catnip

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Synonyms

  • Nepeta glutinosa crenata R.R.Stewart [unknown]

Description

Nepeta adenophyta (also called Adenophyte catmint, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in temperate grasslands and scrublands. It is an herbaceous perennial with a woody base and a single, erect stem bearing small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Nepeta adenophyta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Nepeta adenophyta are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nepeta adenophyta is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in pots or in the ground.

Where to Find Nepeta adenophyta

Nepeta adenophyta can be found in the temperate forests of North America, Europe, and Asia.

Nepeta adenophyta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nepeta adenophyta?

Nepeta adenophyta

What is the common name of Nepeta adenophyta?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Nepeta adenophyta?

It is found in dry, rocky slopes and grasslands

Species in the Nepeta genus

Nepeta adenophyta, Nepeta agrestis, Nepeta alaghezi, Nepeta alatavica, Nepeta algeriensis, Nepeta amicorum, Nepeta amoena, Nepeta anamurensis, Nepeta annua, Nepeta apuleji, Nepeta argolica, Nepeta assadii, Nepeta assurgens, Nepeta astorensis, Nepeta atlantica, Nepeta autraniana, Nepeta azurea, Nepeta badachschanica, Nepeta bakhtiarica, Nepeta barbara, Nepeta barfakensis, Nepeta baytopii, Nepeta bellevii, Nepeta betonicifolia, Nepeta binaloudensis, Nepeta bodeana, Nepeta boissieri, Nepeta bokhonica, Nepeta bombaiensis, Nepeta bornmuelleri, Nepeta botschantzevii, Nepeta brachyantha, Nepeta bracteata, Nepeta brevifolia, Nepeta bucharica, Nepeta caesarea, Nepeta campestris, Nepeta camphorata, Nepeta campylantha, Nepeta cataria, Nepeta cephalotes, Nepeta chionophila, Nepeta ciliaris, Nepeta cilicia, Nepeta clarkei, Nepeta caerulea, Nepeta coerulescens, Nepeta concolor, Nepeta conferta, Nepeta congesta,

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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