Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
schweinfurthii
ID:
309104

Status:
valid

Authors:
Briq.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 19: 194 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000308436



Common Names

  • Schweinfurth's Skullcap
  • Schweinfurth's Helmet Flower
  • Schweinfurth's Helmetflower


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Description

Scutellaria schweinfurthii (also called Schweinfurth's 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 schweinfurthii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Scutellaria schweinfurthii sub. paucifolia (Baker) A.J.Paton
Scutellaria schweinfurthii sub. schweinfurthii

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scutellaria schweinfurthii 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 schweinfurthii is a perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and soil conditions. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be taken from the top of the plant.

Where to Find Scutellaria schweinfurthii

Scutellaria schweinfurthii is native to Africa and can be found in moist woodlands, such as forests, meadows, and wetlands.

Scutellaria schweinfurthii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scutellaria schweinfurthii?

Scutellaria schweinfurthii

What is the common name of Scutellaria schweinfurthii?

Schweinfurthii Skullcap

Where is Scutellaria schweinfurthii found?

Scutellaria schweinfurthii is found in the Caucasus region of Eurasia

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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