Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
cuthbertii
ID:
601399

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
Fl. S.E. U.S. : 1058 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000600731



Common Names

  • Chelone cuthbertii
  • Cuthbert's Chelone
  • Chelone


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Description

Chelone cuthbertii (also called Cuthbert's Turtlehead, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Plantaginaceae family. It is native to North America and is found in moist meadows and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Chelone cuthbertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Chelone cuthbertii has white flowers with yellow throats and black seeds. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a rough texture and a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chelone cuthbertii is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is best done by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Chelone cuthbertii

Chelone cuthbertii can be found in moist woodlands and meadows in the eastern United States.

Chelone cuthbertii FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Chelone cuthbertii?

Chelone cuthbertii prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C)

How much light does Chelone cuthbertii need?

Chelone cuthbertii needs bright, indirect light to thrive.

How often should Chelone cuthbertii be watered?

Chelone cuthbertii should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

John Kunkel Small (1869-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Small' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:55955-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].