Status:
valid
Authors:
Schrenk
Source:
wcs
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Bull. Cl. Phys.-Math. Acad. Imp. Sci. Saint-Pétersbourg 2: 195 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222360
Common Names
- Lagochilus pungens
- Pungens Lagochilus
- Lagochilus Pungens
Description
Lagochilus pungens (also called Sharp-Toothed Lagochilus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to the western part of Central Asia, and is found in dry and rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lagochilus pungens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as headaches, fever, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lagochilus pungens has white, pink or purple flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lagochilus pungens is an annual plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Lagochilus pungens
Lagochilus pungens is native to Central Asia and can be found in the countries of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
Lagochilus pungens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lagochilus pungens?
Lagochilus pungens
What is the common name of Lagochilus pungens?
Pungens
What is the natural habitat of Lagochilus pungens?
It is found in the mountains of Central Asia
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,