Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ramosissima
ID:
315139

Status:
valid

Authors:
Montbret & Aucher ex Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 2, 6: 50 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000314471

Common Names

  • Many-branched Betony
  • Wood Betony
  • Common Betony

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Synonyms

  • Stachys ramosissima elazigensis R.Bhattacharjee [unknown]

Description

Stachys ramosissima (also called Branchy Hedge Nettle, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant with a hairy stem and ovate leaves. It is native to Central and South America and is found in moist habitats, such as meadows and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Stachys ramosissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in shady areas. It has a pleasant aroma and can be used to make herbal teas and infusions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stachys ramosissima 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 ramosissima is a perennial herb that is native to the southeastern United States. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is by division or seed.

Where to Find Stachys ramosissima

Stachys ramosissima can be found in Turkey and Greece.

Stachys ramosissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachys ramosissima?

Stachys ramosissima

What is the family of Stachys ramosissima?

Lamiaceae

What is the common name of Stachys ramosissima?

Branching Betony

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-195517: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Pierre Martin Rémi Aucher-Éloy (1792-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aucher' in the authors string.
Gustave Coquebert de Montbret (1805-1837): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Montbret' in the authors string.