Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
kautskyi
ID:
309313

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pabst

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bradea 1: 169 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000308645



Common Names

  • Scuticaria kautskyi
  • Kautsky's Skullcap
  • Kautsky's Hedge Skullcap


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Description

Scuticaria kautskyi (also called Kautsky's Skullcap, among many other common names) is a perennial herb of the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Brazil and grows in moist shady places, such as forests, hillsides, and valleys. It has a short stem and small, blue flowers with four petals.

Uses & Benefits

Scuticaria kautskyi is a species of flowering plant that is used for its medicinal properties. It has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scuticaria kautskyi is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scuticaria kautskyi is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed by sowing in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer. It is best to take cuttings from young, healthy plants.

Where to Find Scuticaria kautskyi

Scuticaria kautskyi is native to the Amazon region of Brazil and can be found in the wild in the mountainous regions of the region.

Scuticaria kautskyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scuticaria kautskyi?

Scuticaria kautskyi

What is the natural habitat of Scuticaria kautskyi?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flower color of Scuticaria kautskyi?

White

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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