Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
scordiifolia
ID:
309108

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fisch. ex Schrank

Source:
wcs

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Königl.-Baier. Bot. Ges. Regensburg 2: 55 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000308440

Common Names

  • Scordiifolia Skullcap
  • Scordiifolia Helmet Flower
  • Scordiifolia Helmetflower

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Synonyms

  • Scutellaria scordiifolia glabrescens Franch. [unknown]
  • Scutellaria galericulata scordiifolia (Fisch. ex Schrank) Regel [unknown]
  • Scutellaria scordifolia subglabra Kom. [unknown]

Description

Scutellaria scordiifolia (also called Scordi's Skullcap, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It grows to a height of up to 30 cm, with a stem that is square in cross-section. The leaves are opposite, lanceolate, and serrate. The flowers are blue and tubular, with five lobes. It is found in moist, open woods and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Scutellaria scordiifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Scutellaria scordiifolia var. ammophila (Kitag.) C.Y.Wu & W.T.Wang
Scutellaria scordiifolia var. scordiifolia
Scutellaria scordiifolia var. villosissima C.Y.Wu & W.T.Wang
Scutellaria scordiifolia var. wulingshanensis (Nakai & Kitag.) C.Y.Wu & W.T.Wang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scutellaria scordiifolia is a small, tubular, pink flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval shaped with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scutellaria scordiifolia is a perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and soil conditions. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be taken from the top of the plant.

Where to Find Scutellaria scordiifolia

Scutellaria scordiifolia is native to Europe and can be found in moist woodlands, such as forests, meadows, and wetlands.

Scutellaria scordiifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scutellaria scordiifolia?

Scutellaria scordiifolia

What is the common name of Scutellaria scordiifolia?

Scordiifolia Skullcap

What family does Scutellaria scordiifolia belong to?

Lamiaceae

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-189694: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Franz von Paula Schrank (1747-1835): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schrank' in the authors string.