Genus Stachys is a group of flowering plants that are commonly known as hedgenettle or betony. The plants are native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa and are often used for medicinal purposes due to their high levels of antioxidants. However, there are also several synonyms used to refer to this genus, including Betonica, Betula, Blephilia, Calamintha, Clinopodium, Glechoma, Lycopus, and Prunella. Each of these synonyms has its own unique characteristics, but they all share some similarities with the Genus Stachys. These plants are often used by herbalists and alternative medicine practitioners to treat a variety of ailments including anxiety, depression, insomnia, and inflammation.