Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
314351

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Bieb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1808

Citation Micro:
Fl. Taur.-Caucas. 2: 51 (1808)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313683



Common Names

  • Narrow-Leaved Hedge Nettle
  • Narrow-Leaved Woundwort
  • Narrow-Leaved Betony


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Synonyms

  • Stachys abrotanifolia Boiss. & Heldr. [unknown]
  • Stachys tenuifolia Pall. ex Link [unknown]
  • Stachys tenuifolia Janka [unknown]
  • Stachys angustifolia tenuifolia Nyman [unknown]

Description

Stachys angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Stachys, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stachys angustifolia has been used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stachys angustifolia is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small and round in shape, and the seedlings are thin and light green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachys angustifolia is a perennial herb that grows up to 2 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is best done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Division can be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Stachys angustifolia

Stachys angustifolia can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Stachys angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachys angustifolia?

Stachys angustifolia

What is the common name of Stachys angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved Woundwort

What is the family of Stachys angustifolia?

Lamiaceae

Species in the Stachys genus

Stachys acerosa, Stachys aculeolata, Stachys adulterina, Stachys aegyptiaca, Stachys aethiopica, Stachys affinis, Stachys agraria, Stachys ajugoides, Stachys albanica, Stachys albens, Stachys albicaulis, Stachys albiflora, Stachys albotomentosa, Stachys aleurites, Stachys alopecuros, Stachys alpigena, Stachys alpina, Stachys amanica, Stachys ambigua, Stachys anamurensis, Stachys andongensis, Stachys angustifolia, Stachys anisochila, Stachys annua, Stachys antalyensis, Stachys aperta, Stachys arabica, Stachys arachnoidea, Stachys araucana, Stachys arenaria, Stachys arenariiformis, Stachys argillicola, Stachys aristata, Stachys arrecta, Stachys arriagana, Stachys arvensis, Stachys aspera, Stachys asperata, Stachys atherocalyx, Stachys aucheri, Stachys aurea, Stachys bakeri, Stachys balansae, Stachys balensis, Stachys ballotiformis, Stachys bayburtensis, Stachys baytopiorum, Stachys beckeana, Stachys benthamiana, Stachys bergii,

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,