Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
nigrocardia
ID:
308822

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Y.Wu & H.W.Li

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Fl. Reipubl. Popularis Sin. 65(2): 578 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000308154



Common Names

  • Skullcap
  • Helmet Flower
  • Hoodwort


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Description

Scutellaria nigrocardia (also called Black-hearted Skullcap, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall stem with small, two-lipped, blue flowers. It grows in moist, open woods, meadows, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Scutellaria nigrocardia is used in traditional medicine as an anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and diuretic. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scutellaria nigrocardia is a pale blue or white color and is bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scutellaria nigrocardia is a perennial herb native to North America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in the spring when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Scutellaria nigrocardia

Scutellaria nigrocardia can be found in the southeastern United States.

Scutellaria nigrocardia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scutellaria nigrocardia?

Scutellaria nigrocardia

What is the common name of Scutellaria nigrocardia?

Blackheart skullcap

What is the family of Scutellaria nigrocardia?

Lamiaceae

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-189416: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
Li Xi-wen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.W.Li' in the authors string.