Status:
valid
Authors:
Anderb.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 5(2): 180 (1985) (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000046240
Common Names
- Iphiona Teretifolia
- Iphiona
- Teretifolia Iphiona
Description
Iphiona teretifolia (also called Common Sea-lavender, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It grows in dry, sunny places, such as rocky hillsides, roadsides, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Iphiona teretifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is also used in the production of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Iphiona teretifolia has small, yellow flowers with a strong, sweet scent. Its seeds are round and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Iphiona teretifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows best in partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division should be done in autumn or spring.
Where to Find Iphiona teretifolia
Iphiona teretifolia is found in the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Morocco, and Algeria.
Iphiona teretifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Iphiona teretifolia?
Iphiona teretifolia
What is the common name of Iphiona teretifolia?
Terete-leaved Iphiona
Where is Iphiona teretifolia found?
It is found in South America
Species in the Iphiona genus
Iphiona horrida,
Iphiona senecionoides,
Iphiona grantioides,
Iphiona aucheri,
Iphiona anthemidifolia,
Iphiona teretifolia,
Iphiona arachnoidea,
Iphiona mucronata,
Iphiona pinnatifida,
Iphiona scabra,
Iphiona maris-mortui,
Iphiona retrofracta,
Iphiona phillipsiae,
Iphiona discoidea,
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,