Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
thunbergii
ID:
315358

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 540 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000314690

Common Names

  • Thunberg's Betony
  • Thunbergii Betony
  • Thunbergii Wood Betony

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Synonyms

  • Stachys hispida Briq. [unknown]
  • Galeopsis hispida Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Stachys thunbergii (also called Thunberg's 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 thunbergii 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 thunbergii 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 thunbergii 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 thunbergii

Stachys thunbergii is native to Japan. It can be found in dry, sunny areas such as rocky slopes, meadows, and roadsides.

Stachys thunbergii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachys thunbergii?

Stachys thunbergii

What is the common name of Stachys thunbergii?

Thunberg's Betony

What is the natural habitat of Stachys thunbergii?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-195726: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.