Nepeta henanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.S.Zhu
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 12(2): 147 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251003
Common Names
- Catmint
- Catnip
- Field Balm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nepeta henanensis (also called Henan Catmint, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has grey-green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Nepeta henanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments like headaches, colds, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nepeta henanensis is a small, white, two-lipped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, bright green plant with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nepeta henanensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring.
Where to Find Nepeta henanensis
Nepeta henanensis can be found in China.
Nepeta henanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nepeta henanensis?
Nepeta henanensis
What is the common name of Nepeta henanensis?
Henan Catmint
What is the natural habitat of Nepeta henanensis?
It is found in the Himalayas, from Afghanistan to Nepal
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-134653: Based on the initial data import
Chang Shan Zhu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.S.Zhu' in the authors string.