Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
alpestre
ID:
891234

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Urb.) Harley

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55: 919 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000890569



Common Names

  • Alpine Catnip
  • Catnip
  • Catmint


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Description

Clinopodium alpestre (also called Alpine Basil, among many other common names) is a species of herb native to Europe, and is found in moist habitats. It is an evergreen, clumping herb with leaves that are lanceolate and up to 5 cm long. The stems are up to 30 cm tall and have small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Clinopodium alpestre is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and cold.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clinopodium alpestre has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves and a reddish-brown stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clinopodium alpestre is a perennial herb that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 2 feet. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the clumps in early spring or by seed in fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in fall and allowed to stratify over winter.

Where to Find Clinopodium alpestre

Clinopodium alpestre can be found in the mountains of Europe, including the Alps and Pyrenees.

Clinopodium alpestre FAQ

What is the height of Clinopodium alpestre?

Clinopodium alpestre can reach heights of up to 1 meter.

What are the best growing conditions for Clinopodium alpestre?

Clinopodium alpestre prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

What is the typical lifespan of Clinopodium alpestre?

Clinopodium alpestre typically has a lifespan of up to 10 years.

Species in the Clinopodium genus

Clinopodium myrianthum, Clinopodium paradoxum, Clinopodium robustum, Clinopodium vernayanum, Clinopodium barosmum, Clinopodium caricum, Clinopodium cilicicum, Clinopodium dalmaticum, Clinopodium dolichodontum, Clinopodium euosmum, Clinopodium frivaldszkyanum, Clinopodium jacquelinae, Clinopodium kilimandschari, Clinopodium nepalense, Clinopodium pulegium, Clinopodium taygeteum, Clinopodium uhligii, Clinopodium wardii, Clinopodium abyssinicum, Clinopodium acinos, Clinopodium acutifolium, Clinopodium alpestre, Clinopodium alpinum, Clinopodium amissum, Clinopodium argenteum, Clinopodium arkansanum, Clinopodium ashei, Clinopodium atlanticum, Clinopodium axillare, Clinopodium bolivianum, Clinopodium brevicalyx, Clinopodium breviflorum, Clinopodium brownei, Clinopodium bucheri, Clinopodium candidissimum, Clinopodium capitellatum, Clinopodium caroli-henricanum, Clinopodium carolinianum, Clinopodium cercocarpoides, Clinopodium chandleri, Clinopodium chilense, Clinopodium chinense, Clinopodium clivorum, Clinopodium coccineum, Clinopodium congestum, Clinopodium corsicum, Clinopodium creticum, Clinopodium cylindristachys, Clinopodium darwinii, Clinopodium debile,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-43431: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Raymond Mervyn Harley (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harley' in the authors string.