Nepeta taxkorganica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Y.F.Chang
Source:
wcs
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 3(1): 163 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000251401
Common Names
- Catmint Taxkorganica
- Taxkorganica Catmint
- Nepeta Taxkorganica
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Nepeta taxkorganica (also called Taxkorgan Catmint, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 60 cm and has a woody stem with grey-green leaves. It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Nepeta taxkorganica is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also a great source of nectar for pollinators, and can be used to attract beneficial insects to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nepeta taxkorganica has small, white or pale pink flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender with small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nepeta taxkorganica is a low-growing perennial that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It is best grown in a sheltered position and should be pruned back after flowering to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Nepeta taxkorganica
Nepeta taxkorganica is native to Central Asia, from Kazakhstan to Afghanistan.
Nepeta taxkorganica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nepeta taxkorganica?
Nepeta taxkorganica
What is the common name of Nepeta taxkorganica?
Taxkorgan Catmint
What is the natural habitat of Nepeta taxkorganica?
Dry grasslands and rocky slopes in Central Asia
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-135022: Based on the initial data import
Yan Fu Chang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.F.Chang' in the authors string.