Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
turcomanica
ID:
315381

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trautv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada 9: 463 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000314713

Common Names

  • Turcomanica Betony
  • Turcomanica Wood Betony
  • Wood Betony

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Synonyms

  • Stachys paraplesia Rech.f. [unknown]

Description

Stachys turcomanica (also called Turkmen 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 turcomanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stachys turcomanica is a small, white to pinkish-white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachys turcomanica 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 turcomanica

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

Stachys turcomanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachys turcomanica?

Stachys turcomanica

What is the common name of Stachys turcomanica?

Turkmen Hedge Nettle

What is the natural habitat of Stachys turcomanica?

Dry grasslands, scrub, and disturbed areas

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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