Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
330484

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000329816



Common Names

  • Betonica Orientalis
  • Betonica Orientalis
  • Betonica Orientalis


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Synonyms

  • Stachys longifolia Benth. [unknown]
  • Betonica grandiflora Thuill. [unknown]
  • Betonica macrostachys Wender. [unknown]

Description

Betonica orientalis (also called Oriental Betony, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Asia. It has an erect stem, with an inflorescence of pink or white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forest margins and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Betonica orientalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating respiratory problems, digestive ailments, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Betonica orientalis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Betonica orientalis is a perennial herb that grows in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or seed. Division is best done in spring or early summer, while seeds should be sown in the fall. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year.

Where to Find Betonica orientalis

Betonica orientalis is native to Turkey.

Betonica orientalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Betonica orientalis?

Betonica orientalis

What is the family of Betonica orientalis?

Lamiaceae

What is the common name of Betonica orientalis?

Oriental Betony

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,