Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
cuneatus
ID:
222980

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1848

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 12: 515 (1848)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222309



Common Names

  • Wedged Lagochilus
  • Wedged Lagochilus
  • Wedged Lagochilus


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Description

Lagochilus cuneatus (also called Wedge-shaped Lagochilus, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central Asia. It has small, white flowers with a yellow center and grows in dry, sandy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lagochilus cuneatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Lagochilus cuneatus has white flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lagochilus cuneatus is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F. Propagation is done through division of the rootstock or through seed. Seeds should be sown on a medium that is well-draining and contains plenty of organic matter. Keep the medium moist and in bright, indirect sunlight.

Where to Find Lagochilus cuneatus

Lagochilus cuneatus is native to Central Asia.

Lagochilus cuneatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lagochilus cuneatus?

Lagochilus cuneatus

What is the common name of Lagochilus cuneatus?

Wedge-shaped Lagochilus

What is the natural habitat of Lagochilus cuneatus?

It is found in the mountains of Central Asia, from Kazakhstan to Afghanistan

Species in the Lagochilus genus

Lagochilus acutilobus, Lagochilus alutaceus, Lagochilus androssowii, Lagochilus aucheri, Lagochilus balchanicus, Lagochilus botschantzevii, Lagochilus bungei, Lagochilus cabulicus, Lagochilus cuneatus, Lagochilus diacanthophyllus, Lagochilus grandiflorus, Lagochilus gypsaceus, Lagochilus hindukushi, Lagochilus hirsutissimus, Lagochilus hirtus, Lagochilus hispidus, Lagochilus ilicifolius, Lagochilus inebrians, Lagochilus kaschgaricus, Lagochilus knorringianus, Lagochilus kschtutensis, Lagochilus lanatonodus, Lagochilus leiacanthus, Lagochilus longidentatus, Lagochilus macracanthus, Lagochilus nevskii, Lagochilus occultiflorus, Lagochilus olgae, Lagochilus paulsenii, Lagochilus platyacanthus, Lagochilus platycalyx, Lagochilus proskorjakovii, Lagochilus pubescens, Lagochilus pungens, Lagochilus quadridentatus, Lagochilus schugnanicus, Lagochilus seravschanicus, Lagochilus setulosus, Lagochilus subhispidus, Lagochilus taukumensis, Lagochilus turkestanicus, Lagochilus vvedenskyi, Lagochilus xianjiangensis, Lagochilus lorestanicus,

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-107248: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.