Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kurramensis
ID:
251741

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rech.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 150: 130 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251073

Common Names

  • Kurramensis Catmint
  • Nepeta
  • Catnip

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Description

Nepeta kurramensis (also called Kurram Catmint, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, gray-green leaves and small, lavender-blue flowers. It is found in rocky habitats and dry meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Nepeta kurramensis 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

Nepeta kurramensis has small, white flowers with a yellow center and a short, thin stem. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nepeta kurramensis is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Nepeta kurramensis

Nepeta kurramensis can be found in the Kurram Valley of Pakistan.

Nepeta kurramensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nepeta kurramensis?

Nepeta kurramensis

What is the common name of Nepeta kurramensis?

Kurram Catmint

What is the natural habitat of Nepeta kurramensis?

Nepeta kurramensis is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, France, and Spain.

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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