Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuifolia
ID:
315341

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1800

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 3: 100 (1800)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000314673

Common Names

  • Tenuifolia Betony
  • Tenuifolia Wood Betony
  • Wood Betony

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Synonyms

  • Stachys cincinnatensis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Stachys glabra Riddell [unknown]
  • Stachys palustris glabra (Riddell) A.Gray [unknown]
  • Stachys tenuifolia aspera Fernald [unknown]
  • Stachys tenuifolia perlonga Fernald [unknown]
  • Stachys tenuifolia platyphylla Fernald [unknown]
  • Stachys tenuifolia tenuifolia [unknown]

Description

Stachys tenuifolia (also called Slender-leaved Hedge-nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sunny, dry habitats, such as rocky slopes and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Stachys tenuifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used medicinally for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stachys tenuifolia is a small, white or pinkish-white, 2-lipped, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a white center. The seedlings are small, round, dark green leaves with white veins.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachys tenuifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done through seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in early spring or fall.

Where to Find Stachys tenuifolia

Stachys tenuifolia is native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa. It can be found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky slopes, meadows, and roadsides.

Stachys tenuifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachys tenuifolia?

Stachys tenuifolia

What is the common name of Stachys tenuifolia?

Slender-leaved Betony

What is the natural habitat of Stachys tenuifolia?

It is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe

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,

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