Stachys chamissonis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 6: 80 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313837
Common Names
- Stachys chamissonis
- Chamisso's Hedge Nettle
- Chamisso Hedge Nettle
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stachys chamissonis (also called Chamisso's Hedge-nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody base and narrow, linear leaves. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Stachys chamissonis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make herbal tea. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Stachys chamissonis var. chamissonisStachys chamissonis var. cooleyae (A.Heller) G.A.Mulligan & D.B.Munro
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Stachys chamissonis is white or pink, with a yellow center. Seed is small, round, and black. Seedlings are short, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stachys chamissonis is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in clumps. It can be propagated by division of the clumps or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Where to Find Stachys chamissonis
Stachys chamissonis is native to North America.
Stachys chamissonis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stachys chamissonis?
Stachys chamissonis
What type of plant is Stachys chamissonis?
Herb
What is the growth habit of Stachys chamissonis?
It is an annual herb that grows up to 30 cm in height
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-194917: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.