Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flexuosum
ID:
223172

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ten.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1820

Citation Micro:
Fl. Napol. 2: 29 (1820)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222501



Common Names

  • Lamium flexuosum
  • Flexuous Dead-nettle
  • Flexuous Henbit


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Synonyms

  • Lamium album Desf. [unknown]
  • Lamium archangelica Garsault [unknown]
  • Lamium berengueri Pau [unknown]
  • Lamium heterophyllum Scheele [unknown]
  • Lamium petitinum J.Gay ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Lamium pubescens Sibth. ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Lamium rugosum Sm. [unknown]
  • Lamium album parviflorum Ball [unknown]

Description

Lamium flexuosum (also called 'Weedy Dead-nettle' and 'Lamium', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant from the family Lamiaceae. It is native to Europe and Asia. It is a herbaceous perennial with small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and other disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lamium flexuosum 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. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and as a dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Lamium flexuosum sub. berengueri (Pau) Dobignard
Lamium flexuosum sub. flexuosum

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lamium flexuosum is white and tubular, with a yellow center. The seed is small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lamium flexuosum is a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant perennial that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in USDA zones 4-8.

Where to Find Lamium flexuosum

Lamium flexuosum can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe.

Lamium flexuosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lamium flexuosum?

Lamium flexuosum

What is the common name of Lamium flexuosum?

Winding dead-nettle

Where is Lamium flexuosum native to?

Europe

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,

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