Status:
valid
Authors:
L.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1771
Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. 2: 248 (1771)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307563
Common Names
- White Skullcap
- Scutellaria albida
- White Skullcap
Description
Scutellaria albida (also called White Scutellaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and it is found in moist forests and shady areas. It is an evergreen shrub with ovate leaves and small white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Scutellaria albida is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. The leaves are used to make tea which is believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Scutellaria albida sub. albida
Scutellaria albida sub. colchica (Rech.f.) J.R.Edm.
Scutellaria albida sub. condensata (Rech.f.) J.R.Edm.
Scutellaria albida sub. vacillans (Rech.f.) Bothmer
Scutellaria albida sub. velenovskyi (Rech.f.) Greuter & Burdet
Scutellaria albida sub. pycnotricha (Rech.f.) Jamzad & Safikhani
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Scutellaria albida is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round with a black and white striped pattern. The seedlings are small and have a white and yellow striped pattern.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scutellaria albida is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Scutellaria albida
Scutellaria albida can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Scutellaria albida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scutellaria albida?
Scutellaria albida
What type of plant is Scutellaria albida?
Herb
What is the optimal temperature for Scutellaria albida?
50-65°F
Species in the Scutellaria genus
Scutellaria adenostegia,
Scutellaria adenotricha,
Scutellaria adsurgens,
Scutellaria agrestis,
Scutellaria alabamensis,
Scutellaria albida,
Scutellaria alborosea,
Scutellaria alpina,
Scutellaria alta,
Scutellaria altaica,
Scutellaria altamaha,
Scutellaria altissima,
Scutellaria amabilis,
Scutellaria amicorum,
Scutellaria amoena,
Scutellaria amphichlora,
Scutellaria andamanica,
Scutellaria andrachnoides,
Scutellaria androssovii,
Scutellaria angrenica,
Scutellaria angustifolia,
Scutellaria anhweiensis,
Scutellaria anitae,
Scutellaria anomala,
Scutellaria antirrhinoides,
Scutellaria arabica,
Scutellaria aramberrana,
Scutellaria araratica,
Scutellaria araxensis,
Scutellaria arenicola,
Scutellaria argentata,
Scutellaria arguta,
Scutellaria ariana,
Scutellaria artvinensis,
Scutellaria asperiflora,
Scutellaria assamica,
Scutellaria atrocyanea,
Scutellaria aurata,
Scutellaria aurea,
Scutellaria axilliflora,
Scutellaria baicalensis,
Scutellaria baldshuanica,
Scutellaria balearica,
Scutellaria bambusetorum,
Scutellaria barbata,
Scutellaria bartlettii,
Scutellaria benthamiana,
Scutellaria blepharophylla,
Scutellaria bolanderi,
Scutellaria bornmuelleri,
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,