Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
khasiana
ID:
308662

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke ex Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 4: 669 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307994

Common Names

  • Skullcap
  • Hoodwort
  • Scutellaria

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Description

Scutellaria khasiana (also called Khasi's skullcap, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the Caucasus region. It has a short stem and opposite leaves with a serrated margin. It grows in meadows, grasslands, and open forests.

Uses & Benefits

Scutellaria khasiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal teas. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that can help reduce inflammation and protect against oxidative damage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scutellaria khasiana is a small, two-lipped, blue-violet flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with light green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scutellaria khasiana is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Scutellaria khasiana

Scutellaria khasiana is native to the Himalayas.

Scutellaria khasiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scutellaria khasiana?

Scutellaria khasiana

What is the common name of Scutellaria khasiana?

Khasi Skullcap

What is the natural habitat of Scutellaria khasiana?

Scutellaria khasiana is native to the Khasi Hills of India.

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-189270: Based on the initial data import
Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.