Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
umbrosum
ID:
894075

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.Bieb.) Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 514. 1891 [5 Nov 1891]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000893410



Common Names

  • Umbrosum Clinopodium
  • Umbrosum Wild Basil
  • Umbrosum Basil


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Description

Clinopodium umbrosum (also called Shade Basil, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It is found in woodlands, meadows, and other grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Clinopodium umbrosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It is also used as a food source and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clinopodium umbrosum has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clinopodium umbrosum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers. It can be propagated by dividing the clumps in spring or by sowing the seeds in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Clinopodium umbrosum

Clinopodium umbrosum can be found in the grasslands of Europe, Asia, and North America.

Clinopodium umbrosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clinopodium umbrosum?

Clinopodium umbrosum

What is the common name of Clinopodium umbrosum?

Shady savory

What is the natural habitat of Clinopodium umbrosum?

Woodlands, thickets, and disturbed areas

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-43692: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Friedrich August Marschall von Bieberstein (1768-1826): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Bieb.' in the authors string.