Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
rubicunda
ID:
309056

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hornem.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1815

Citation Micro:
Hort. Bot. Hafn. 2: 968 (1815)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000308388



Common Names

  • Ruby Skullcap
  • Ruby Helmet Flower
  • Ruby Helmetflower


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Synonyms

  • Scutellaria linnaeana Caruel [unknown]
  • Scutellaria rubicunda linnaeana (Caruel) Rech.f. [unknown]
  • Cassida racemosa Moench [unknown]

Description

Scutellaria rubicunda (also called Red Skullcap, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to the southeastern United States. It grows to a height of up to 30 cm, with a stem that is square in cross-section. The leaves are opposite, lanceolate, and serrate. The flowers are blue and tubular, with five lobes. It is found in moist, open woods and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Scutellaria rubicunda 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scutellaria rubicunda is a small, tubular, pink flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval shaped seed. The seedlings are small, oval shaped with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scutellaria rubicunda 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 rubicunda

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

Scutellaria rubicunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scutellaria rubicunda?

Scutellaria rubicunda

What is the common name of Scutellaria rubicunda?

Red Skullcap

What is the natural habitat of Scutellaria rubicunda?

Scutellaria rubicunda 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,

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