Scutellaria (Lamiaceae)
There are as many as 300 species of scutellaria or skullcap with worldwide distribution. The Latin word ‘scutella’ means little dish, referring to the shape of the calyx. The common name ‘skullcap’ is another reference to the shape of the flower. We continue to mine this genus as there are many ornamental species, including some sweet Little Rock garden species. Currenly we carry two commonly known medicinal species.
There are as many as 300 species of scutellaria or skullcap with worldwide distribution. The Latin word ‘scutella’ means little dish, referring to the shape of the calyx. The common name ‘skullcap’ is another reference to the shape of the flower. We continue to mine this genus as there are many ornamental species, including some sweet Little Rock garden species. Currenly we carry two commonly known medicinal species.
There are as many as 300 species of scutellaria or skullcap with worldwide distribution. The Latin word ‘scutella’ means little dish, referring to the shape of the calyx. The common name ‘skullcap’ is another reference to the shape of the flower. We continue to mine this genus as there are many ornamental species, including some sweet Little Rock garden species. Currenly we carry two commonly known medicinal species.
Our Selections
S. Baikelensis - an Asian species from the Chinese medicinal tradition. Low growing with purple, vetch-like flowers. A nice perennial garden plant.
S. Latereifolia - ‘Mad Dog skullcap’ is a North American native. Not particularly showy. A traditional nerving tonic.