Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
laxiflorum
ID:
892814

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hayata) K.Mori

Source:
wcs

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Short Fl. Formosa : 183 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000892149



Common Names

  • Laxiflorum Calamint
  • Laxiflorum Basil
  • Laxiflorum Clinopodium


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Description

Clinopodium laxiflorum (also called Lesser Calamint, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It has a woody stem and its leaves are lanceolate, with a length of up to 8 cm. It grows in meadows, pastures, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Clinopodium laxiflorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as an herbal remedy for the treatment of various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clinopodium laxiflorum has small, delicate flowers that are usually white or pink in color. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are slender and have a delicate, grass-like appearance.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clinopodium laxiflorum is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by seed or division and can be used in meadows and as a ground cover. It is tolerant of drought and salt.

Where to Find Clinopodium laxiflorum

Clinopodium laxiflorum is native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey, and is also found in North Africa.

Clinopodium laxiflorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clinopodium laxiflorum?

Clinopodium laxiflorum

What is the common name of Clinopodium laxiflorum?

Lax-flowered basil

Where is Clinopodium laxiflorum found?

Clinopodium laxiflorum is found in North America, Europe, and Asia.

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-43576: Based on the initial data import
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.
Kunihiko Mori (b.1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Mori' in the authors string.