Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
araxensis
ID:
308288

Status:
valid

Authors:
Grossh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 44(2): 233 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307620

Common Names

  • Scutellaria araxensis
  • Araxes Skullcap
  • Araxes Helmetflower

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Synonyms

  • Scutellaria orientalis araxensis Fed. [unknown]

Description

Scutellaria araxensis (also called Armenian Skullcap, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Armenia and Georgia. It has small, white flowers with purple veins and a hairy stem. It typically grows in rocky areas, meadows, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Scutellaria araxensis 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 araxensis 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 araxensis can be propagated by division or from seed. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Scutellaria araxensis

Scutellaria araxensis is native to the Caucasus region and can be found in dry, rocky habitats.

Scutellaria araxensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scutellaria araxensis?

Scutellaria araxensis

What is the common name of Scutellaria araxensis?

Araxes Skullcap

What is the habitat of Scutellaria araxensis?

It is found in dry, open areas in western Texas and northern Mexico.

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