Leonurus persicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1844
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. 5: 27 (1844)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224712
Common Names
- Persian Motherwort
- Persian Lion's Tail
- Persian Leonurus
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- Leonurus cardiaca persicus (Boiss.) Rech.f. [unknown]
Description
Leonurus persicus (also called Persian motherwort, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to East Asia. It has a large, oval-shaped leaf with a single stem, and its leaves are up to 10 cm long. It typically grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Leonurus persicus 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 persicus has white flowers and small black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Leonurus persicus 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 persicus
Leonurus persicus can be found in Iran and Afghanistan.
Leonurus persicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leonurus persicus?
Leonurus persicus
What is the common name of Leonurus persicus?
Persian Motherwort
What is the natural habitat of Leonurus persicus?
Leonurus persicus is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Species in the Leonurus genus
Leonurus cardiaca, Leonurus chaituroides, Leonurus deminutus, Leonurus glaucescens, Leonurus incanus, Leonurus japonicus, Leonurus kuprijanoviae, Leonurus macranthus, Leonurus mongolicus, Leonurus nuristanicus, Leonurus panzerioides, Leonurus persicus, Leonurus pseudomacranthus, Leonurus pseudopanzerioides, Leonurus pubescens, Leonurus quinquelobatus, Leonurus royleanus, Leonurus sibiricus, Leonurus tataricus, Leonurus tibeticus, Leonurus turkestanicus, Leonurus urticifolius, Leonurus villosissimus, Leonurus wutaishanicus,
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-109573: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.