Stachys sylvatica L.
Hedge woundwort
Hedge woundwort is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 80 cm tall. It has slender underground runners and a squarish, hairy stem with glandular hairs on the upper part. The leaves are mid-green, stalked, and in opposite pairs with a cordate base and ovate shape. The inflorescence is a dense terminal spike composed of purple flowers with white markings. The plant has a slightly unpleasant smell.
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Lamiales
Lamiaceae
Stachys
The chemistry of Stachys sylvatica includes various compounds such as iridoid glycosides, flavonoids, and phenolic acids. These compounds contribute to its medicinal properties and the distinctive smell of the plant.
Hedge woundwort is known for its medicinal uses, particularly in promoting the healing of wounds. It is popular with bees and has been used extensively by herbalists like John Gerard.
July to August
80 cm
Purple with white markings
Dappled shade at the edge of woods, hedgerows, and rough ground
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Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.
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