Status:
valid
Authors:
Juz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 14: 411 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307593
Common Names
- Two-colored Skullcap
- Scutellaria amphichlora
- Two-colored Skullcap
Synonyms
- Scutellaria orientalis amphichlora Fed. [unknown]
Description
Scutellaria amphichlora (also called Amphichlora 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 amphichlora is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties. It is used to treat anxiety, depression, insomnia, and other mental health issues. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. It can also be used as a natural insect repellent.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Scutellaria amphichlora is a small, pinkish-purple flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with thin stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scutellaria amphichlora 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 amphichlora
Scutellaria amphichlora can be found in Mexico and Central America.
Scutellaria amphichlora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scutellaria amphichlora?
Scutellaria amphichlora
What is the common name of Scutellaria amphichlora?
Two-colored Skullcap
Where does Scutellaria amphichlora grow?
Scutellaria amphichlora grows in the western United States
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,