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Cumberland pagoda-plant

Scientific Name: Blephilia subnuda

Family: Lamiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Cumberland Pagoda-Plant (Blephilia subnuda)

The Cumberland Pagoda-Plant, scientifically known as Blephilia subnuda, is a perennial forb/herb belonging to the genus Blephilia. It is also known as Downy Pagoda Plant or Wood Mint.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Blephilia subnuda Simmers & Kral
  • Common Name: Cumberland pagoda-plant
  • Family: Lamiaceae (Mint Family)
  • Synonym: English pagoda-plant
  • Related ITIS Name: Blephilia subnuda R. Simmers & Kral

Distribution and Habitat

  • Blephilia subnuda is endemic to northeastern Alabama.
  • Plants of USA and Canada

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Type: Forb/herb (a non-woody plant)
  • Habit: Perennial

Cultivation

  • Prefers full sun.
  • Does not tolerate cold weather.
  • Can be grown at home or in a warmed greenhouse.
  • Can be moved outside in the spring when minimum temperatures are suitable.

Further Information

  • Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
  • NatureServe
  • National Plant Data Center, Baton Rouge, LA
  • International Plant Names Index