Description
Scutellaria goulimyi (also called Goulimyi Skullcap, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small, perennial herb, growing up to 30 cm tall, with a woody rootstock and opposite, ovate leaves. It is found in dry, rocky soils and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Scutellaria goulimyi is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headache, and dizziness. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Scutellaria goulimyi is a small, two-lipped, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped nutlet. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and have a single pair of cotyledons.