Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xanthantha
ID:
315421

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Y.Wu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 10: 224 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000314753



Common Names

  • Xanthantha Betony
  • Wood Betony
  • Woundwort


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Synonyms

  • Stachys xanthantha gracilis C.Y.Wu & H.W.Li [unknown]
  • Stachys xanthantha xanthantha [unknown]

Description

Stachys xanthantha (also called Xanthantha Hedge Nettle, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with small, white flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to North America, where it grows in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Stachys xanthantha is a perennial herb that is used in traditional medicine for treating skin and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stachys xanthantha is a small, white to pinkish-white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachys xanthantha can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. Division is the easiest and quickest method. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Stachys xanthantha

Stachys xanthantha can be found in the Mediterranean region, primarily in Greece, Turkey, and Bulgaria.

Stachys xanthantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachys xanthantha?

Stachys xanthantha

What is the common name of Stachys xanthantha?

Xanthan Hedge Nettle

What is the habitat of Stachys xanthantha?

Woodlands, thickets, and roadsides

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-195783: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.