Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glaucescens
ID:
225332

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. : t. 179 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224662



Common Names

  • Blue Motherwort
  • Blue Lion's Tail
  • Blue Leonurus


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Synonyms

  • Leonurus campestris Andrz. [unknown]
  • Leonurus glaucescens latifolius Bunge [unknown]
  • Leonurus glaucescens latifolius (Bunge) Krestovsk. [unknown]
  • Leonurus sibiricus Schangin [unknown]

Description

Leonurus glaucescens (also called Glaucous motherwort, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with glossy, dark green leaves and long-lasting, pink flowers. It is native to Europe and is found in temperate grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Leonurus glaucescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Leonurus glaucescens has white to pink flowers, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Leonurus glaucescens is a perennial herb native to Central Asia. It grows to a height of 30-60 cm and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Leonurus glaucescens

Leonurus glaucescens is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Leonurus glaucescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Leonurus glaucescens?

Leonurus glaucescens

What is the natural habitat of Leonurus glaucescens?

It is found in temperate regions of Europe, Asia, and North America

What is the flower color of Leonurus glaucescens?

The flowers are white or pink in color

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