Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
308272

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pursh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Fl. Amer. Sept. 2: 412 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307604



Common Names

  • Narrowleaf Skullcap
  • Scutellaria angustifolia
  • Narrowleaf Skullcap


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Synonyms

  • Scutellaria angustifolia canescens A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Scutellaria angustifolia (also called blue skullcap, among many other common names) is an annual plant with small, bright blue flowers and a square stem. It is native to North America and can be found in moist meadows, open woodlands, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Scutellaria angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant and has medicinal properties. It is used to treat anxiety, depression, insomnia, and other mental health issues. It is also used to treat skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. It can also be used as a natural insect repellent.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Scutellaria angustifolia sub. angustifolia
Scutellaria angustifolia sub. micrantha Olmstead

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scutellaria angustifolia is a small, white, two-lipped flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scutellaria angustifolia is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.

Where to Find Scutellaria angustifolia

Scutellaria angustifolia is native to North America and can be found in moist meadows and woodlands.

Scutellaria angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scutellaria angustifolia?

Scutellaria angustifolia

What is the common name of Scutellaria angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved Skullcap

Where does Scutellaria angustifolia grow?

Scutellaria angustifolia grows in the western United States

Species in the Scutellaria genus

Scutellaria adenostegia, Scutellaria adenotricha, Scutellaria adsurgens, Scutellaria agrestis, Scutellaria alabamensis, Scutellaria albida, Scutellaria alborosea, Scutellaria alpina, Scutellaria alta, Scutellaria altaica, Scutellaria altamaha, Scutellaria altissima, Scutellaria amabilis, Scutellaria amicorum, Scutellaria amoena, Scutellaria amphichlora, Scutellaria andamanica, Scutellaria andrachnoides, Scutellaria androssovii, Scutellaria angrenica, Scutellaria angustifolia, Scutellaria anhweiensis, Scutellaria anitae, Scutellaria anomala, Scutellaria antirrhinoides, Scutellaria arabica, Scutellaria aramberrana, Scutellaria araratica, Scutellaria araxensis, Scutellaria arenicola, Scutellaria argentata, Scutellaria arguta, Scutellaria ariana, Scutellaria artvinensis, Scutellaria asperiflora, Scutellaria assamica, Scutellaria atrocyanea, Scutellaria aurata, Scutellaria aurea, Scutellaria axilliflora, Scutellaria baicalensis, Scutellaria baldshuanica, Scutellaria balearica, Scutellaria bambusetorum, Scutellaria barbata, Scutellaria bartlettii, Scutellaria benthamiana, Scutellaria blepharophylla, Scutellaria bolanderi, Scutellaria bornmuelleri,

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