Lamium amplexicaule

Henbit deadnettle                                                                          Λάμιο το περίβλαστο


Lamiaceae - mint family                                                                                            Dicot.

 
 
 

Henbit deadnettle is a common weed of field edges and olive groves. The upright stems have whorls of leaves, which typically have no petioles but clasp the stem.It is collected as a wild herb and used in salads or soups; it is said to taste similar to kale; hens seem to enjoy eating it, hence the name henbit. The flowers are a rich source of nectar, attracting bees early in the year.

Lamium - Latin for lips referring to the two lipped flowers

Amplexicaule from Latin amplector - clasping + caule from Latin - stalk or stem

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