Are Anisomeles Indica and Premna Serratifolia in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Lamiaceae.

Can you substitute Anisomeles Indica for Premna Serratifolia?

They share the Lamiaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Anisomeles Indica vs Premna Serratifolia

Anisomeles indica · Premna serratifolia

Anisomeles Indica

Anisomeles indica

T Traditional Use

Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Anisomeles
Primary use: medicinal

Anisomeles indica, or catmint, is a species of herbaceous plant native to eastern Asia and naturalized on some Pacific islands. It belongs to Lamiaceae family. In Bangla it's called Gobura/Opang, in Hindi - Kala bhangra/Gobara. Other names - Malabar catmint, Chedayan, Gopali, Tho…

Premna Serratifolia

Premna serratifolia

T Traditional Use

Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Premna
Primary use: medicinal

Premna serratifolia is a species of small tree or shrub in the family Lamiaceae. It blooms and fruits between May and November. During flowering season, it attracts a large number of butterflies and bees.

At a glance

· Both in Lamiaceae, but different genera (Anisomeles vs Premna).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Anisomeles Indica: T; Premna Serratifolia: T.