Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nivea
ID:
330363

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steven

Source:
wcs

Year:
1812

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 3: 266 (1812)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000329695



Common Names

  • Betonica Nivea
  • Nivea Betonica
  • Nivea


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Description

Betonica nivea (also called Snowy Betony, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are simple, alternate, and lanceolate. It grows in dry and rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Betonica nivea is a plant native to Europe. It has been used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Betonica nivea sub. ossetica (Bornm.) Krestovsk.
Betonica nivea sub. abchasica (N.P.Popov ex Grossh.) Krestovsk.
Betonica nivea sub. nivea

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Betonica nivea is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Betonica nivea is a perennial that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can be pruned to maintain a desired shape. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Betonica nivea

Betonica nivea is native to Europe and Asia.

Betonica nivea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Betonica nivea?

Betonica nivea

What is the family of Betonica nivea?

Lamiaceae

What is the common name of Betonica nivea?

Nivea Betonica

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,