Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
caucasicum
ID:
1326824

Status:
valid

Authors:
Melnikov

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 44: 178 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339278



Common Names

  • Clinopodium caucasicum
  • Caucasicum Clinopodium
  • Caucasicum Basil


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Description

Clinopodium caucasicum (also called Caucasian Clinopodium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to the Andes Mountains in Peru and Bolivia. It is an herbaceous perennial with lance-shaped leaves and white and purple flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Clinopodium caucasicum is used as a source of firewood, timber, and forage for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine and for making charcoal.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clinopodium caucasicum has white flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are thin and long, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clinopodium caucasicum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Clinopodium caucasicum

Clinopodium caucasicum is native to the Caucasus region of eastern Europe.

Clinopodium caucasicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clinopodium caucasicum?

Clinopodium caucasicum

Where is Clinopodium caucasicum found?

Clinopodium caucasicum is found in the Caucasus region

What is the growth habit of Clinopodium caucasicum?

Clinopodium caucasicum is an evergreen perennial with a low-growing habit

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

Denis G. Melnikov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Melnikov' in the authors string.