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Search Term(s): Lycopus americanus (1 record found)
Search Term(s): Lycopus americanus (1 record found)
LAMIACEAE
Mint Family
Mint Family
Lycopus americanus (American bugleweed)
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Lycopus: wolf's foot; americanus: of the Americas
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
July-September
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain
County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex
Habitat
Floodplains, swamps, marshes, wet meadows
State Status
Common
Piedmont Status
Common
Coastal Plain Status
Common
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
Southern
Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern
North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
4
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
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Wetland Indicator Status
OBL
Medicinal Properties
Part used: Fresh Herb. Used internally as a fresh tincture for mild hyperthyroidism and associated symptoms of tachycardia, palpitations, and anxiety. Also used for heart arrythmias during menopause and for coughing with blood.
ID Notes
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
Forested Floodplains and Riparian Swamps (Piedmont)Forested Floodplains and Riparian Swamps (Coastal Plain)
Ponds, Lakes, and Reservoirs (Millponds)