Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
correllii
ID:
273706

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lundell) Shinners

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 51: 120 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000273038

Common Names

  • Physostegia correllii
  • Correll's Physostegia
  • Correllii Physostegia

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Synonyms

  • Dracocephalum correllii Lundell [unknown]

Description

Physostegia correllii (also called 'Correll's Physostegia', among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to China and is found in moist, shady forests. It has small, lanceolate leaves and white flowers with a yellowish center.

Uses & Benefits

Physostegia correllii is a perennial plant native to North America. It is often used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Physostegia correllii is a white or pinkish-white, tubular flower with five lobes. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Physostegia correllii is a perennial plant native to the southeastern United States. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by division in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Physostegia correllii

Physostegia correllii is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Physostegia correllii FAQ

What are the common names for Physostegia correllii?

Correll's physostegia and Correll's false dragonhead

What is the native range of Physostegia correllii?

United States

What is the optimal growing environment for Physostegia correllii?

Full sun to partial shade, moist soil, and moderate temperatures

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-155791: Based on the initial data import
Lloyd Herbert Shinners (1918-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shinners' in the authors string.
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.