Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cretensis
ID:
284338

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gand.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 62: 156 (1915 publ. 1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283670



Common Names

  • Prunella Cretensis
  • Cretan Self-Heal
  • Cretan Heal-All


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Description

Prunella cretensis (also called Cretan Selfheal, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Europe and Asia. It is found in grasslands and is characterized by its small, pinkish-purple flowers and its lance-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Prunella cretensis can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Prunella cretensis is purple with a white lip. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prunella cretensis is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. Propagation from cuttings is the easiest method of propagation. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into their permanent location.

Where to Find Prunella cretensis

Prunella cretensis is native to the Greek island of Crete.

Prunella cretensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prunella cretensis?

Prunella cretensis

What is the common name of Prunella cretensis?

Cretan Selfheal

What is the natural habitat of Prunella cretensis?

Mountain meadows of Europe

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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