Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scardica
ID:
330705

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Spic. Fl. Rumel. 2: 136 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000330037



Common Names

  • Scardic Betonica
  • Betonica scardica
  • Scardic Veronica


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Synonyms

  • Betonica graeca Boiss. & Spruner [unknown]

Description

Betonica scardica (also called Betonica, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are lanceolate and serrated. It grows in moist, shady areas in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Betonica scardica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive and respiratory ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Betonica scardica has purple flowers with five petals. Seed: The seed of Betonica scardica is small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Betonica scardica are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Betonica scardica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained seed compost. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a mix of equal parts peat and sand. The plants should be grown in a sunny position in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Betonica scardica

Betonica scardica can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Betonica scardica FAQ

What are the common names of Betonica scardica?

Common names of Betonica scardica include scardic betony and scardic wood spurge.

What is the scientific name of Betonica scardica?

The scientific name of Betonica scardica is Betonica scardica.

What is the natural habitat of Betonica scardica?

The natural habitat of Betonica scardica is dry, rocky slopes and open woodlands.

Species in the Lamiaceae family

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