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General Information

Nepeta septemcrenata is a perennial plant with erect, slender stems that can become somewhat woody, at least near the base, and persist.
The plant is harvested from the wild for local use as a medicine.

Known Hazards

None known

Botanical References

Range

W. Asia - Sinai Peninsular

Habitat

Not known

Properties

Medicinal Rating
Habit	Perennial
Height	0.00 m
Pollinators	Bees, Insects
Cultivation Status	Wild

Cultivation Details

Nepeta species generally grow best in a sunny position and a well-drained soil. Many are found in poor soils in the wild, and have a bushier growth habit in more fertile soils[].

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

The reports on medicinal use are somewhat confusing. Both the reports below originate in [], one in the abstract and the other in the main body of the article.

The native Bedouins (grouping of nomadic Arab peoples) used this plant in their folk medicine as an antipyretic, cardiotonic, eye wash, sedative and as a gargle to ease a sore throat[, ].

Nepeta septemcrenata is a perennial herb that grows in the Sinai Mountains and is used in folk medicine as a laxative, antispasmodic, carminative, diuretic and to treat liver diseases[].

Other Uses

None known

Propagation

Seed - best sown in the autumn, in situ if possible. Germination of spring sown seed can be erratic[]. The seed is best sown in a cold frame. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and plant them out into their permanent positions in the summer.
Division of clumps in the autumn or spring, when the plant is dormant or just coming into growth[].
Stem tip or softwood cuttings can be taken in the spring or early summer[].