Family: Lamiaceae
Author: Nutt.
Bibliography: J. Acad. Nat. Sci. Philadelphia 7: 48 (1834)
Year: 1834
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Stachys
Vegetable: False
Observations: Alaska to U.S.A.
Description
Hairy hedgenettle, known scientifically as Stachys pilosa, is a captivating member of the Lamiaceae family. This herbaceous plant has been recognized and named by the renowned botanist Nutt. in 1834, with its description being published in the Journal of the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia.
Native to a broad expanse stretching from Alaska across the United States, hairy hedgenettle thrives in various habitats within this range. Characterized by its distinctive, hair-covered stems and foliage, the plant is not only noted for its morphological uniqueness but also for its adaptability to diverse environmental conditions.
Hairy hedgenettle can often be found in moist, well-drained soils, flourishing along woodlands edges and in meadows where it receives partial to full sunlight. The plant’s stems, clad in fine hairs, support a series of opposite, toothed leaves that frequently contribute to its recognition in the wild. During its bloom period, hairy hedgenettle produces small, tubular flowers that typically exhibit shades of purple or pink, adding a splash of color to its leafy greenery.
The species plays a valuable role in its ecosystem, often attracting pollinators, such as bees, that are essential for the propagation of many plants. Its presence in diverse regions underscores its ecological versatility and significance.
While hairy hedgenettle might not be as widely known as some other members of the Lamiaceae family, it holds its distinctive place in the botanical world. It’s a testament to Nutt.’s scholarly work and the plant’s enduring presence across northern America, from the rugged terrains of Alaska to the more temperate regions of the United States.
Common Names
Eng: hairy hedgenettle, hairy hedge-nettle, prairie woundwort, marsh betony, marsh hedge-nettle, swamp hedge-nettle, velvet-stemmed woundwort, woundwort
Fra: épiaire poilue
En: Hairy hedgenettle, Hairy Hedge-Nettle, Prairie woundwort, Marsh betony, Marsh hedge-nettle, Swamp hedge-nettle, Velvet-stemmed woundwort, Woundwort
Fr: Épiaire poilue
Synonyms
- Stachys palustris subsp. pilosa ((Nutt.) Epling)
- Stachys palustris var. pilosa ((Nutt.) Fernald)
Distribution
- Alaska (native)
- Alberta (native)
- Arizona (native)
- Arkansas (native)
- British Columbia (native)
- California (native)
- Colorado (native)
- Connecticut (native)
- District of Columbia (native)
- Illinois (native)
- Indiana (native)
- Iowa (native)
- Kansas (native)
- Kentucky (native)
- Maine (native)
- Manitoba (native)
- Masachusettes (native)
- Michigan (native)
- Minnesota (native)
- Missouri (native)
- Montana (native)
- Nebraska (native)
- Nevada (native)
- New Hampshire (native)
- New Mexico (native)
- New York (native)
- Newfoundland (native)
- Northwest Territorie (native)
- Ohio (native)
- Ontario (native)
- Oregon (native)
- Saskatchewan (native)
- South Dakota (native)
- Vermont (native)
- Washington (native)
- Wisconsin (native)
- Wyoming (native)
- Yukon (native)
Additional Images
Habit
Taken May 22, 2008 by EOL − Gary A. Monroe (cc-by-nc)
Flower
Taken May 22, 2008 by EOL − Gary A. Monroe (cc-by-nc)
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − John Hilty (cc-by-nc)
Taken Jul 28, 2022 by sherry gray (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 28, 2022 by sherry gray (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − John Hilty (cc-by-nc)
Bark
Taken Jan 1, 1900 by EOL − John Hilty (cc-by-nc)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2927278)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:459851-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Stachys pilosa Nutt.)
Specifications
Growth form>: Rhizomatous
Growth habit>: Forb/herb
Growth rate>: Moderate
Growth
Ph maximum: 8.0
Ph minimum: 5.7