Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
erecta
ID:
251590

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 482 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250922



Common Names

  • Catmint
  • Catnip
  • Field Balm


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Synonyms

  • Nepeta macrantha Ledeb. ex Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Dracocephalum erectum Royle ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Glechoma erecta Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Nepeta erecta (also called Upright Catmint, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is an evergreen perennial with blue flowers and grey-green leaves. It is native to the Himalayas and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Nepeta erecta is used as a medicinal plant, as an ornamental plant, and for its essential oils. Medicinally, it is used to treat headaches, insomnia, and digestive problems. Ornamentally, it is used as a border plant, a ground cover, and in rock gardens. Its essential oils are used in perfumes and aromatherapy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nepeta erecta has small, white flowers with a single seed in each capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nepeta erecta is a perennial herbaceous plant that is best grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or cuttings. It is also possible to propagate from seed, although this is more difficult.

Where to Find Nepeta erecta

Nepeta erecta can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey and the Caucasus.

Nepeta erecta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nepeta erecta?

Nepeta erecta

What is the growth habit of Nepeta erecta?

It is an herbaceous perennial with a spreading habit.

What is the origin of Nepeta erecta?

It is native to the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Nepeta genus

Nepeta adenophyta, Nepeta agrestis, Nepeta alaghezi, Nepeta alatavica, Nepeta algeriensis, Nepeta amicorum, Nepeta amoena, Nepeta anamurensis, Nepeta annua, Nepeta apuleji, Nepeta argolica, Nepeta assadii, Nepeta assurgens, Nepeta astorensis, Nepeta atlantica, Nepeta autraniana, Nepeta azurea, Nepeta badachschanica, Nepeta bakhtiarica, Nepeta barbara, Nepeta barfakensis, Nepeta baytopii, Nepeta bellevii, Nepeta betonicifolia, Nepeta binaloudensis, Nepeta bodeana, Nepeta boissieri, Nepeta bokhonica, Nepeta bombaiensis, Nepeta bornmuelleri, Nepeta botschantzevii, Nepeta brachyantha, Nepeta bracteata, Nepeta brevifolia, Nepeta bucharica, Nepeta caesarea, Nepeta campestris, Nepeta camphorata, Nepeta campylantha, Nepeta cataria, Nepeta cephalotes, Nepeta chionophila, Nepeta ciliaris, Nepeta cilicia, Nepeta clarkei, Nepeta caerulea, Nepeta coerulescens, Nepeta concolor, Nepeta conferta, Nepeta congesta,

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-134578: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.