Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
andamanica
ID:
308262

Status:
valid

Authors:
Prain

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 59: 307 (1890 publ. 1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307594

Common Names

  • Andaman Skullcap
  • Scutellaria andamanica
  • Andaman Skullcap

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Description

Scutellaria andamanica (also called Andaman Scutellaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to the Andaman Islands, 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 andamanica 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 andamanica is a small, white, two-lipped flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scutellaria andamanica is a perennial herb that is native to the Andaman Islands. 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 andamanica

Scutellaria andamanica can be found in India and the Andaman Islands.

Scutellaria andamanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scutellaria andamanica?

Scutellaria andamanica

What is the common name of Scutellaria andamanica?

Andaman Skullcap

Where does Scutellaria andamanica grow?

Scutellaria andamanica grows in the Andaman Islands

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-188895: Based on the initial data import
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.