Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
griffithii
ID:
251660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hedge

Source:
wcs

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 28: 114 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000250992



Common Names

  • Catmint
  • Catnip
  • Field Balm


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Description

Nepeta griffithii (also called Griffith's Catmint, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has grey-green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nepeta griffithii is a small, white, two-lipped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, bright green plant with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nepeta griffithii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn, or by seed in spring.

Where to Find Nepeta griffithii

Nepeta griffithii can be found in the Himalayas, including parts of India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Nepeta griffithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nepeta griffithii?

Nepeta griffithii

What is the common name of Nepeta griffithii?

Griffith's Catmint

What is the natural habitat of Nepeta griffithii?

It is found in the Himalayas, from Afghanistan to Nepal

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,

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