Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
brevifolium
ID:
1416678

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wahlenb.) Bräuchler & Hjertson

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 356(1): 74. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429143



Common Names

  • Clinopodium brevifolium
  • Shortleaf Basil
  • Shortleaf Clinopodium


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Description

Clinopodium brevifolium (also called the Short-leaved Clinopodium, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Asia. It grows up to 6 feet tall and has narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas and along the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Clinopodium brevifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Clinopodium brevifolium is a small, white, unisexual flower. The seed is a small, brown, ovoid nut. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clinopodium brevifolium is a herb native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the root system. For cultivation, it should be grown in a well-draining soil mix in a sunny location. It should be kept moist but not wet, and fertilized regularly. It is also important to provide adequate air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.

Where to Find Clinopodium brevifolium

Clinopodium brevifolium is native to Europe and can be found in grasslands, meadows, and open woods.

Clinopodium brevifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clinopodium brevifolium?

Clinopodium brevifolium

What is the common name of Clinopodium brevifolium?

Short-leaved clinopodium

What is the natural habitat of Clinopodium brevifolium?

Tropical rainforests

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

IPNI record: 77185852-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001429319
Göran Wahlenberg (1780-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wahlenb.' in the authors string.
Mats L. Hjertson (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hjertson' in the authors string.
Christian Bräuchler (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bräuchler' in the authors string.