Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cavaleriei
ID:
232050

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Lév.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 8: 423 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231381



Common Names

  • Lycopus Cavaleriei
  • Cavaleriei Lycopus
  • Cavaleriei Water Horehound


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Synonyms

  • Lycopus coreanus cavaleriei (Levl.) C.Y.Wu & H.W.Li [unknown]
  • Lycopus europaeus sinensis H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Lycopus japonicus Matsum. & Kudô [unknown]
  • Lycopus maackianus ramosissimus Makino [unknown]
  • Lycopus ramosissimus (Makino) Makino [unknown]

Description

Lycopus cavaleriei (also called 'Cavalerie's Lycopus', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae, native to Mexico and Central America. It is an evergreen perennial herbaceous plant, growing to 0.5–1 m tall. It is found in tropical rainforest habitats, at altitudes of 0–1,500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Lycopus cavaleriei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory problems such as asthma and bronchitis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lycopus cavaleriei is a small, white flower with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two to three oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lycopus cavaleriei is a tropical plant that prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division or by stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a moist, well-draining medium.

Where to Find Lycopus cavaleriei

Lycopus cavaleriei can be found in China.

Lycopus cavaleriei FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Lycopus cavaleriei?

Lycopus cavaleriei is native to Ecuador.

How much light does Lycopus cavaleriei need?

Lycopus cavaleriei prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Lycopus cavaleriei be watered?

Lycopus cavaleriei should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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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