Micromorphological features of stem, root and inflorescence of Moluccella laevis L., Family Lamiaceae (Labiatae)

Moluccella laevis L. belongs to family Lamiaceae (Labiatae or Mint family). It is an annual herb. It flowers from March to April. It bears dense spikes of small 2-lipped white fragrant florets with large, bell-shaped calyxes, known as ''Shell flower'' or ''Bells of Ireland''. It is cultivated as a decorative plant. By reviewing the literature, few botanical investigations were reported on this plant, which inspires us to explore both macro- and micro-morphological investigations of M. laevis L. stem, root and inflorescence, to aid the researchers in the authentication and identification of M. laevis different parts in both entire and powdered forms.