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Skullcap
Mint Family : Labiatae
Latin Name : Scutellaria drummondii
Longevity : Perennial
Season : Warm
Origin : Native
Value : Wildlife – fair
Livestock -poor
Remarks :
Also known as, "Drummond's skullcap". Flowers
May to July. This plant is a member of the mint
family and has square stems as all mint species do.
The name "Skullcap" comes from the flowers
resemblance to a head covering. Adapted to short
and mid-grass prairies on dry rocky or sandy soils.
Deer and antelope may browse this plant some.
Of little value to livestock.
Source: USDA-NRCS
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