Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
sericeum
ID:
893760

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Presl ex Benth.) Govaerts

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
World Checkl. Seed Pl. 3(1): 19 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000893095



Common Names

  • Clinopodium sericeum
  • Sericeum Basil
  • Basil Thyme


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Description

Clinopodium sericeum (also called Silky Balm, among many other common names) is an annual herb found in Europe, Asia and North Africa. It has a slender stem with opposite leaves and small white flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, open woods and rocky places.

Uses & Benefits

Clinopodium sericeum is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used as a food source for livestock and wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Clinopodium sericeum has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clinopodium sericeum is a perennial herb that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 2 feet. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring or early summer in a well-prepared seed bed. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Clinopodium sericeum

Clinopodium sericeum is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Clinopodium sericeum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clinopodium sericeum?

Clinopodium sericeum

What is the family of Clinopodium sericeum?

Lamiaceae

What is the common name of Clinopodium sericeum?

Silky Basil

Species in the Clinopodium genus

Clinopodium myrianthum, Clinopodium paradoxum, Clinopodium robustum, Clinopodium vernayanum, Clinopodium barosmum, Clinopodium caricum, Clinopodium cilicicum, Clinopodium dalmaticum, Clinopodium dolichodontum, Clinopodium euosmum, Clinopodium frivaldszkyanum, Clinopodium jacquelinae, Clinopodium kilimandschari, Clinopodium nepalense, Clinopodium pulegium, Clinopodium taygeteum, Clinopodium uhligii, Clinopodium wardii, Clinopodium abyssinicum, Clinopodium acinos, Clinopodium acutifolium, Clinopodium alpestre, Clinopodium alpinum, Clinopodium amissum, Clinopodium argenteum, Clinopodium arkansanum, Clinopodium ashei, Clinopodium atlanticum, Clinopodium axillare, Clinopodium bolivianum, Clinopodium brevicalyx, Clinopodium breviflorum, Clinopodium brownei, Clinopodium bucheri, Clinopodium candidissimum, Clinopodium capitellatum, Clinopodium caroli-henricanum, Clinopodium carolinianum, Clinopodium cercocarpoides, Clinopodium chandleri, Clinopodium chilense, Clinopodium chinense, Clinopodium clivorum, Clinopodium coccineum, Clinopodium congestum, Clinopodium corsicum, Clinopodium creticum, Clinopodium cylindristachys, Clinopodium darwinii, Clinopodium debile,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-43663: Based on the initial data import
Carl Borivoj Presl (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Presl' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Rafaël Govaerts (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Govaerts' in the authors string.