Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
garganicum
ID:
223186

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1763

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 2 : 808 (1763)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000222515



Common Names

  • Lamium garganicum
  • Gargano Dead-nettle
  • Gargano Henbit


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Synonyms

  • Lamium laevigatum DC. [unknown]
  • Lamium macedonicum Degen [unknown]
  • Lamium molle Boiss. & Orph. ex Boiss. [unknown]
  • Lamium pallidum Salisb. [unknown]
  • Lamium longiflorum numidicum (Noë) Nyman [unknown]
  • Lamium garganicum molle Briq. [unknown]
  • Lamium garganicum inflatum (Heuff.) Briq. [unknown]
  • Lamium garganicum grandiflorum (Pourr.) Briq. [unknown]
  • Lamium garganicum grandiflorum (Pourr.) Briq. [unknown]
  • Lamium garganicum laevigatum Ces., Pass. & Gibelli [unknown]

Description

Lamium garganicum (also called 'Gargano 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 garganicum 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 garganicum var. armenum (Boiss.) Mennema
Lamium garganicum sub. corsicum (Gren. & Godr.) Mennema
Lamium garganicum sub. garganicum
Lamium garganicum var. microphyllum (Boiss.) Mennema
Lamium garganicum sub. striatum (Sm.) Hayek

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lamium garganicum 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 garganicum 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 garganicum

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

Lamium garganicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lamium garganicum?

Lamium garganicum

What is the common name of Lamium garganicum?

Gargano dead-nettle

Where is Lamium garganicum 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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