Nepeta argutidens
Nepeta argutidentata, commonly known as silver catmint, is a perennial herb celebrated for its striking silvery foliage and fragrant blooms. Beyond its popularity in ornamental gardens, this plant holds significant medicinal value, often utilized in traditional practices for its calming, antimicrobial, and soothing properties to support overall wellness.
- Scientific name: Nepeta argutidens
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, falling into the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Nepeta.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Lamiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Nepeta | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution spanning several key regions across Asia. In Central Asia, its presence is documented within the borders of Turkmenistan. Moving into Western Asia, the species can be found growing in both Afghanistan and Iran. Additionally, the plant extends its range into the Indian Subcontinent, specifically inhabiting parts of Pakistan. Together, these locations define the natural habitat where this medicinal species thrives.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
Activities
Nepeta argutidens has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |