Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
quadrilobulata
ID:
309029

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.Z.Sun

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 11: 41 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000308361



Common Names

  • Quadrilobulata Skullcap
  • Quadrilobulata Scutellaria
  • Quadrilobulata Helmet Flower


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Description

Scutellaria quadrilobulata (also called four-lobed skullcap, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to East Asia. It has a woody stem and ovate leaves. It grows in moist meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Scutellaria quadrilobulata is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-tumor properties. It is also used to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Scutellaria quadrilobulata var. quadrilobulata
Scutellaria quadrilobulata var. pilosa C.Y.Wu & S.Chow

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scutellaria quadrilobulata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scutellaria quadrilobulata is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation from seed is best done in the spring or fall. Cuttings can be taken in the summer or fall. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Scutellaria quadrilobulata

Scutellaria quadrilobulata can be found in the mountains of western China.

Scutellaria quadrilobulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scutellaria quadrilobulata?

Scutellaria quadrilobulata

What is the common name of Scutellaria quadrilobulata?

Four-lobed Skullcap

What is the natural habitat of Scutellaria quadrilobulata?

Scutellaria quadrilobulata is found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida.

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-189618: Based on the initial data import
Yon Zai Sun (1898-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Z.Sun' in the authors string.