In today's world, Galeopsis is a topic of constant debate and interest for a wide spectrum of people. From its impact on society to its relevance in popular culture, Galeopsis has managed to capture the attention of people of all ages, genders and professions. Throughout history, Galeopsis has been the object of study, analysis and discussion, which has led to a greater understanding of its implications and repercussions in different areas. In this article, we will explore the importance of Galeopsis and how it has evolved over time, as well as its influence on the modern world.
Galeopsis is a genus of annual herbaceous plants native to Europe and Asia. Members of this genus often have common names ending in hemp-nettle or hempnettle.[2] Some species are naturalized in North America and New Zealand.[1][3][4][5]
The plants are poisonous.[6] Several species are widespread weeds[2] and some are used as medicinal herbs.[7][8]
Galeopsis × acuminata Rchb. - Germany (G. pubescens × G. tetrahit)
Galeopsis bifida Boenn. – bifid hemp-nettle, split-lip hemp-nettle, splitlip hempnettle, common hemp-nettle, and large-flowered hemp-nettle - widespread across much of Europe and Asia; naturalized in North America
Galeopsis × carinthiaca Porsch ex Fiori - Italy, Czech Republic (G. bifida × G. pubescens)
Galeopsis × haussknechtii Ludw. - Czech Republic (G. ladanum × G. segetum)
Galeopsis ladanum L. - widespread across much of Europe and Asia; naturalized in scattered sites in North America
Galeopsis × ludwigii Hausskn. - Germany, Czech Republic (G. bifida × G. tetrahit)
Galeopsis speciosa Mill. – large-flowered hemp-nettle, Edmonton hempnettle - northern & central Europe, Siberia; naturalized in Canada
Galeopsis tetrahit L. – common hemp-nettle, brittlestem hempnettle - southern & central Europe from Portugal to Russia; naturalized in New Zealand and North America
Galeopsis × wirtgenii F.Ludw. ex Briq. - France, Czech Republic