Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
252072

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 468 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251404

Common Names

  • Catmint Tenuifolia
  • Tenuifolia Catmint
  • Nepeta Tenuifolia

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Synonyms

  • Nepeta japonica Maxim. [unknown]
  • Nepeta vaniotiana H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Schizonepeta tenuifolia Briq. [unknown]
  • Schizonepeta tenuifolia japonica (Maxim.) Kitag. [unknown]
  • Elsholtzia integrifolia Benth. [unknown]
  • Glechoma japonica Kuntze [unknown]
  • Glechoma tenuifolia Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Nepeta tenuifolia (also called Tenuifoliate Catmint, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 60 cm and has a woody stem with grey-green leaves. It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Nepeta tenuifolia is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also a great source of nectar for pollinators, and can be used to attract beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nepeta tenuifolia has small, white or pale pink flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender with small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nepeta tenuifolia is a low-growing perennial that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It is best grown in a sheltered position and should be pruned back after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Nepeta tenuifolia

Nepeta tenuifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Nepeta tenuifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nepeta tenuifolia?

Nepeta tenuifolia

What is the common name of Nepeta tenuifolia?

Narrow-leaved Catmint

What is the natural habitat of Nepeta tenuifolia?

Mountainous regions of Central Asia

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-135025: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.