Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alopecuros
ID:
329791

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 573 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000329123



Common Names

  • Betonica alopecuros
  • Foxtail Betony
  • Common Betony


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Synonyms

  • Sideritis alopecuros Scop. [unknown]

Description

Betonica alopecuros (also called Common betony, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to temperate Europe and is found in grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Betonica alopecuros is used as a source of food, fuel, and medicine. Its leaves and bark are used to treat various ailments such as fever, malaria, and dysentery. It is also used as a windbreak and to provide shade.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Betonica alopecuros sub. divulsa (Ten.) Bartolucci & Peruzzi
Betonica alopecuros sub. alopecuros

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Betonica alopecuros has white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Betonica alopecuros is an easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Betonica alopecuros

Betonica alopecuros is native to Europe and Asia.

Betonica alopecuros FAQ

What is the scientific name of Betonica alopecuros?

Betonica alopecuros

What is the natural habitat of Betonica alopecuros?

Tropical rainforests of West and Central Africa

What is the growth habit of Betonica alopecuros?

Small to medium-sized evergreen tree

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,