Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prunelliformis
ID:
284397

Status:
valid

Authors:
Makino

Source:
wcs

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Poket-Atlas Alp. Pl. : t. 22, f. 122 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283729



Common Names

  • Prunella Prunelliformis
  • Prunelliform Self-Heal
  • Prunelliform Heal-All


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Synonyms

  • Prunellopsis prunelliformis Kudô [unknown]
  • Dracocephalum prunelliforme Maxim [unknown]

Description

Prunella prunelliformis (also called Prunella-Like 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 prunelliformis 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 prunelliformis 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 prunelliformis 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 prunelliformis

Prunella prunelliformis is native to Europe and Asia.

Prunella prunelliformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Prunella prunelliformis?

Prunella prunelliformis

What is the common name of Prunella prunelliformis?

Prunella-Like Selfheal

What is the natural habitat of Prunella prunelliformis?

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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