Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
antalyensis
ID:
314359

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ayasligil & P.H.Davis

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 42: 72 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313691



Common Names

  • Antalya Hedge Nettle
  • Antalya Woundwort
  • Antalya Betony


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Description

Stachys antalyensis (also called Antalya 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 antalyensis is 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 antalyensis 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 antalyensis is a perennial herb that grows to a height of 0.3-0.5 m. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Stachys antalyensis

Stachys antalyensis is native to Turkey and can be found in dry, open woodlands and scrublands.

Stachys antalyensis FAQ

What is the common name of Stachys antalyensis?

Antalya hedge-nettle

What is the native range of Stachys antalyensis?

Turkey

What is the scientific name of Stachys antalyensis?

Stachys antalyensis

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-194784: Based on the initial data import
Peter Hadland Davis (1918-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Davis' in the authors string.
Yahya Ayaşlıgil: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ayasligil' in the authors string.