




Stachys sylvatica
Hedge woundwort is a plant that grows in shady places, often in forests and hedges. It has lovely purple flowers that attract bees and butterflies, making it a great friend to nature!
Habitat: Forests
The hedge woundwort has square, hairy stems and pairs of heart-shaped, toothed leaves. Its clusters of small, hooded, purplish-red flowers, often spotted with white, grow in whorls around the upper stem. The overall plant has a slightly coarse, upright appearance.





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Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Archaeologists have found its ancient seeds at real Viking sites, showing its long history!
Crush a leaf, and you might smell something surprisingly musky or mushroom-like!
Its stems are square, a secret clue that it belongs to the amazing mint family!
This plant can grow happily in shady spots, bringing pops of purple to dark corners.
Hedge woundwort has sticky hairs on its stems and leaves, traditionally used to help staunch bleeding and clean minor wounds.
Its tubular, nectar-rich flowers are perfectly shaped to attract long-tongued bees, ensuring efficient pollination and a sweet reward.
Hedge woundwort can spread using underground rhizomes, allowing it to form dense patches and recover quickly if damaged.
Apis mellifera
Collects nectar and pollen from its tubular flowers.
Bombus terrestris
A frequent visitor, drawn by the nectar-rich blooms.
Vanessa atalanta
Sips nectar, aiding in flower pollination.
Deciduous plants periodically shed all their leaves, typically during autumn or dry seasons.
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Shade tolerant plants are adapted to grow and thrive in areas with low light levels, requiring less direct sunlight.
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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30-80 cm
30-60 cm
1-2 cm
Summer
Yes
None
Perennial
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