Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
multicaulis
ID:
314955

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 12: 486 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000314287

Common Names

  • Many-Stemmed Hedge Nettle
  • Many-Stemmed Woundwort
  • Multicaulis Hedge Nettle

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Description

Stachys multicaulis (also called Many-stemmed Hedge-nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial plant with a height of up to 1 m, and its leaves are usually ovate-lanceolate. It is native to Europe and North Africa, and can be found in grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Stachys multicaulis is a medicinal plant used to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White or pinkish-white, tubular, 2-lipped. Seed: Small, black. Seedlings: Oval-shaped cotyledons, rounded at the tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachys multicaulis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly. It should be pruned after flowering to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Stachys multicaulis

Stachys multicaulis can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

Stachys multicaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachys multicaulis?

Stachys multicaulis

What is the common name of Stachys multicaulis?

Many-stemmed Hedge Nettle

What is the natural habitat of Stachys multicaulis?

Woodlands, meadows, and roadsides

Species in the Stachys genus

Stachys acerosa, Stachys aculeolata, Stachys adulterina, Stachys aegyptiaca, Stachys aethiopica, Stachys affinis, Stachys agraria, Stachys ajugoides, Stachys albanica, Stachys albens, Stachys albicaulis, Stachys albiflora, Stachys albotomentosa, Stachys aleurites, Stachys alopecuros, Stachys alpigena, Stachys alpina, Stachys amanica, Stachys ambigua, Stachys anamurensis, Stachys andongensis, Stachys angustifolia, Stachys anisochila, Stachys annua, Stachys antalyensis, Stachys aperta, Stachys arabica, Stachys arachnoidea, Stachys araucana, Stachys arenaria, Stachys arenariiformis, Stachys argillicola, Stachys aristata, Stachys arrecta, Stachys arriagana, Stachys arvensis, Stachys aspera, Stachys asperata, Stachys atherocalyx, Stachys aucheri, Stachys aurea, Stachys bakeri, Stachys balansae, Stachys balensis, Stachys ballotiformis, Stachys bayburtensis, Stachys baytopiorum, Stachys beckeana, Stachys benthamiana, Stachys bergii,

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-195346: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.