Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
uniflorus
ID:
232137

Status:
valid

Authors:
Michx.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 1: 14 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231468

Common Names

  • Lycopus Uniflorus
  • Uniflorus Lycopus
  • Uniflorus Water Horehound

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Synonyms

  • Lycopus communis E.P.Bicknell in Britton [unknown]
  • Lycopus coreanus H.Lév. [unknown]
  • Lycopus membranaceus E.P.Bicknell in Britton [unknown]
  • Lycopus parviflorus Maxim. [unknown]
  • Lycopus pumilus Vahl [unknown]
  • Lycopus uniflorus flagellaris Fernald [unknown]
  • Lycopus uniflorus macrophyllus Farw. [unknown]
  • Lycopus uniflorus membranacea Farw. [unknown]
  • Lycopus uniflorus ovatus Fernald & H.St.John [unknown]
  • Lycopus uniflorus parviflorus (Maxim.) Kitag. [unknown]
  • Lycopus virginicus parviflorus Benth. [unknown]
  • Euhemus uniflorus (Michx.) Raf. [unknown]
  • Lycopus uniflorus uniflorus [unknown]
  • Lycopus uniflorus uniflorus [unknown]
  • Lycopus virginicus parviflorus (Maxim.) Makino [unknown]

Description

Lycopus uniflorus (also called One-flowered Lycopus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Europe and Asia. It is a small, perennial plant with small, white flowers and a reddish stem. It grows in moist, shady areas such as riverbanks and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Lycopus uniflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory problems such as asthma and bronchitis.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lycopus uniflorus is a small, white flower with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two to three oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lycopus uniflorus is a perennial herb native to North America. It is easy to propagate from cuttings, which should be taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. It can also be propagated from seeds, which should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix. The seeds should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Lycopus uniflorus

Lycopus uniflorus can be found in North America.

Lycopus uniflorus FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Lycopus uniflorus?

Lycopus uniflorus prefers temperatures between 18-24°C (64-75°F)

What is the ideal light for Lycopus uniflorus?

Lycopus uniflorus prefers bright, indirect light.

What type of soil is best for Lycopus uniflorus?

Lycopus uniflorus prefers a well-draining, chunky soil mix.

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-115977: Based on the initial data import
André Michaux (1746-1802): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Michx.' in the authors string.