Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
marrubioides
ID:
314288

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Regel) Ikonn.-Gal.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Izv. Glavn. Bot. Sada S.S.S.R. 26: 72 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313620

Common Names

  • Stachyopsis marrubioides
  • Marrubioides Stachyopsis
  • Marrubioid Stachyopsis

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Synonyms

  • Phlomis oblongata canescens Regel [unknown]
  • Stachyopsis oblongata canescens (Regel) Popov & Vved. [unknown]

Description

Stachyopsis marrubioides (also called Marrubioides Stachyopsis, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 10 m tall. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry savannahs and woodlands. The leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate-oblong in shape, and the bark is grey-brown and scaly.

Uses & Benefits

Stachyopsis marrubioides is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its drought-tolerant properties. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Stachyopsis marrubioides are white, bell-shaped, and have five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachyopsis marrubioides is a perennial shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is best done by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Division can be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Stachyopsis marrubioides

Stachyopsis marrubioides can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Stachyopsis marrubioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachyopsis marrubioides?

Stachyopsis marrubioides

What is the common name of Stachyopsis marrubioides?

Marrubioid Stachyopsis

Where is Stachyopsis marrubioides native to?

Tropical Africa

Species in the Stachyopsis genus

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

Eduard August von Regel (1815-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Regel' in the authors string.
Nikolai Petrovic Ikonnikov-Galitzky (1892-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ikonn.-Gal.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:459246-1: Based on the initial data import