Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
viscosa
ID:
315411

Status:
valid

Authors:
Montbret & Aucher ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 6: 49 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000314743

Common Names

  • Viscous Betony
  • Wood Betony
  • Woundwort

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Synonyms

  • Stachys laetevirens Kotschy & Boiss. ex Rech.f. [unknown]
  • Stachys odontophylla Freyn [unknown]

Description

Stachys viscosa (also called Sticky Hedge Nettle, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with small, white flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to North America, where it grows in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Stachys viscosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stachys viscosa 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 viscosa can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. Division is the easiest and quickest method. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Stachys viscosa

Stachys viscosa can be found in the Mediterranean region, primarily in Greece, Turkey, and Bulgaria.

Stachys viscosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachys viscosa?

Stachys viscosa

What is the common name of Stachys viscosa?

Sticky Hedge Nettle

What is the habitat of Stachys viscosa?

Woodlands, thickets, 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-195774: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Pierre Martin Rémi Aucher-Éloy (1792-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aucher' in the authors string.
Gustave Coquebert de Montbret (1805-1837): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Montbret' in the authors string.