Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
284384

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Verh. K. K. Zool.-Bot. Ges. Wien 48: 620 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283716



Common Names

  • Prunella Orientalis
  • Oriental Self-Heal
  • Oriental Heal-All


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Description

Prunella orientalis (also called Oriental 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 orientalis 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 orientalis 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 orientalis 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 orientalis

Prunella orientalis is native to the Mediterranean region.

Prunella orientalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prunella orientalis?

Prunella orientalis

What is the common name of Prunella orientalis?

Oriental Selfheal

What is the natural habitat of Prunella orientalis?

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,