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Search Term(s): Collinsonia canadensis   (1 record found)

LAMIACEAE
Mint Family
Collinsonia canadensis  (northern horsebalm)   
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Collinsonia: named for Peter Collinson; canadensis: of or from Canada and North America
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
August-September
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex

Habitat
Moist upland woods, usually rich woodlands
State Status
Common
Piedmont Status
Common
Coastal Plain Status
Common
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
6
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
Host plant for Papaipema astuta (Yellow Stoneroot Borer Moth) and P. duplicata (Dark Stoneroot Borer Moth).
Medicinal Properties
Parts used: Leaf, Flower, Root. Used internally as a tea or tincture for venous congestion with fullness in the throat, larynx, prostate, gastrointestinal tract, and rectum. Also used for irritation of the vocal chords from constant speaking or singing, as well as laryngitis. Topically used as a poultice for bruises, small cuts and boils.
ID Notes
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
Forest Interior (Upland Piedmont)
Tuliptree Rich Wood (Piedmont)
Tuliptree Rich Wood (Coastal Plain)
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