Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
agnus-castus
ID:
333584

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 638 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000332916

Common Names

  • Vitex agnus-castus
  • Agnus-castus Vitex
  • Agnus-castus Vitex

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Synonyms

  • Vitex agnus Stokes [unknown]
  • Vitex agnus-castus caerulea Rehder [unknown]
  • Vitex agnus-castus caerulea (Rehder) Moldenke [unknown]
  • Vitex agnus-castus laciniosa (Ces.) Moldenke [unknown]
  • Vitex agnus-castus laciniosa Ces. [unknown]
  • Vitex agnus-castus pseudonegundo Hausskn. [unknown]
  • Vitex hybrida Moldenke [unknown]
  • Vitex integra Medik. [unknown]
  • Vitex latifolia Mill. [unknown]
  • Vitex lupinifolia Salisb. [unknown]
  • Vitex pseudonegundo Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
  • Vitex robusta Lebas [unknown]
  • Vitex verticillata Lam. [unknown]
  • Vitex agnus-castus serrata Moldenke [unknown]
  • Vitex agnus-castus latifolia (Mill.) Loudon [unknown]
  • Vitex agnus-castus albiflora Moldenke [unknown]
  • Agnus-castus robusta Carrière [unknown]
  • Agnus-castus vulgaris Carrière [unknown]

Description

Vitex agnus-castus (also called chaste tree, chasteberry, Abraham's balm, lilac chastetree, or monk's pepper, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the verbena family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, from central to southern Europe, east to central Asia, and south to northern Africa. It is a deciduous shrub growing to 5 m tall, with aromatic leaves and purple flowers. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade.

Uses & Benefits

Vitex agnus-castus is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal herb, and as a source of essential oils. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Vitex agnus-castus are small and white. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vitex agnus-castus is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Vitex agnus-castus

Vitex agnus-castus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.

Vitex agnus-castus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vitex agnus-castus?

Vitex agnus-castus

What is the common name of Vitex agnus-castus?

Agnus-castus Vitex

What is the natural habitat of Vitex agnus-castus?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Africa

Species in the Vitex genus

Vitex acuminata, Vitex acunae, Vitex agelaeifolia, Vitex agnus-castus, Vitex ajugiflora, Vitex altissima, Vitex amaniensis, Vitex angolensis, Vitex aurea, Vitex befotakensis, Vitex benuensis, Vitex beraviensis, Vitex betsiliensis, Vitex bogalensis, Vitex bojeri, Vitex bracteata, Vitex brevilabiata, Vitex brevipetiolata, Vitex buchananii, Vitex burmensis, Vitex caespitosa, Vitex calothyrsa, Vitex canescens, Vitex capitata, Vitex carbunculorum, Vitex cauliflora, Vitex cestroides, Vitex chrysleriana, Vitex chrysocarpa, Vitex chrysomallum, Vitex ciliata, Vitex clementis, Vitex cochinchinensis, Vitex cofassus, Vitex collina, Vitex colombiensis, Vitex compressa, Vitex congolensis, Vitex cooperi, Vitex coursi, Vitex cuspidata, Vitex cymosa, Vitex degeneriana, Vitex dinklagei, Vitex discoideo-glandulosa, Vitex divaricata, Vitex diversifolia, Vitex djumaensis, Vitex doniana, Vitex duckei,

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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