Description
Stachys ketenoglui (also called Ketenoglu's hedge-nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the southeastern United States. It has opposite, ovate leaves and produces small, white flowers in a terminal spike. It grows in open woodlands, meadows, and along roadsides.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stachys ketenoglui has small, white flowers with yellowish-green lips. The seed is a small, dark brown, triangular-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stachys ketenoglui is a low-maintenance, easy-to-grow plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Stachys ketenoglui
Stachys ketenoglui is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán, Morelos, Nayarit, Oaxaca, Puebla, Querétaro, San Luis Potosí, and Veracruz.