Description
Scutellaria hainanensis (also called Hainan Skullcap, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, native to China. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 m tall, with a woody rootstock and opposite, ovate leaves. It is found in moist, open woods and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Scutellaria hainanensis is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Scutellaria hainanensis is a small, two-lipped, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a single pair of cotyledons.