Nepeta crispa
Nepeta crispa, commonly known as curly catnip, is a charming perennial herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family. Featuring distinctive crinkled, aromatic foliage and delicate lavender flowers, this hardy plant thrives in sunny gardens. Beyond its ornamental appeal, it is valued for its calming properties and ability to attract beneficial pollinators.
- Scientific name: Nepeta crispa
- Family: Lamiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Further taxonomic descent places it in the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, belonging to the family Lamiaceae. Finally, it is identified under 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, known scientifically as Nepeta crispa, possesses a specific and limited geographical range. Its natural habitat is primarily concentrated within the region of Western Asia. Specifically, documented occurrences of this species are found within the borders of Iran. Because of this localized presence, the plant is considered a regional element of the Iranian flora. Understanding this distribution is essential for researchers studying the ecological requirements of this medicinal species.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
Chemicals
Nepeta crispa has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,8-cineol.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 1,8-cineol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |