Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
heterophylla
ID:
308556

Status:
valid

Authors:
Montbret & Aucher ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 6: 45 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307888



Common Names

  • Heterophyllous Skullcap
  • Heterophyllous Helmet Flower
  • Heterophyllous Helmetflower


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Description

Scutellaria heterophylla (also called Variable-leaved Skullcap, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the mint family, native to North America. It is a perennial herb, growing up to 1 m tall, with a woody rootstock and opposite, ovate leaves. It is found in moist, open woods and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Scutellaria heterophylla is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scutellaria heterophylla is blue-purple in color and has a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are about 10 cm tall and have multiple stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scutellaria heterophylla is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize lightly every few weeks. Cut back the plant in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Scutellaria heterophylla

Scutellaria heterophylla can be found in the Mediterranean region, from southern France to Turkey and the Caucasus.

Scutellaria heterophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scutellaria heterophylla?

Scutellaria heterophylla

What is the common name of Scutellaria heterophylla?

Variable Skullcap

What is the natural habitat of Scutellaria heterophylla?

Scutellaria heterophylla is found in moist meadows, woodlands, and stream banks in North America.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-189170: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Pierre Martin Rémi Aucher-Éloy (1792-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aucher' in the authors string.
Gustave Coquebert de Montbret (1805-1837): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Montbret' in the authors string.