Status:
valid
Authors:
(Steph.) Ikonn.-Gal.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 7: 41 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222380
Common Names
- Lagopsis marrubiastrum
- Marrubiastrum Lagopsis
- Marrubiastrum Lagopsis
Synonyms
- Lagopsis incana Bunge [unknown]
- Marrubium lanatum Benth. [unknown]
- Marrubium marrubiastrum (Stephan) Hedge [unknown]
- Moluccella laniflora Willd. ex Benth. [unknown]
- Moluccella marrubiastrum Steph. [unknown]
Description
Lagopsis marrubiastrum (also called Marrubium Lagopsis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Lagopsis marrubiastrum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lagopsis marrubiastrum has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lagopsis marrubiastrum 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 Lagopsis marrubiastrum
Lagopsis marrubiastrum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the countries of Greece, Italy, and Turkey.
Lagopsis marrubiastrum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lagopsis marrubiastrum?
Lagopsis marrubiastrum
What is the common name of Lagopsis marrubiastrum?
Marrubiastrum Lagopsis
What is the natural habitat of Lagopsis marrubiastrum?
It is native to the western and central Asian regions, including Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
Species in the Lagopsis genus
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,