Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
varia
ID:
244149

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 374 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000243481



Common Names

  • Micromeria varia
  • Varia Micromeria
  • Varia Sage


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Synonyms

  • Micromeria thymoides citriodora Webb & Berthel. [unknown]
  • Micromeria varia citriodora (Webb & Berthel.) Burch. [unknown]
  • Micromeria varia varia [unknown]
  • Satureja varia Webb & Berthel. [unknown]
  • Thymus floribundus Willd. ex Benth. [unknown]

Description

Micromeria varia (also called Variable Micromeria, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb found in the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats, and has small, oval-shaped leaves that are gray-green in color. The flowers are small and white in color, and the plant has a strong, minty scent.

Uses & Benefits

Micromeria varia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in rock gardens. It has a pleasant aroma and is used in perfumes and cosmetics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Micromeria varia sub. canariensis P.Pérez
Micromeria varia sub. rupestris (Webb & Berthel.) P.Pérez
Micromeria varia sub. thymoides (Sol. ex Lowe) P.Pérez

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Micromeria varia is a small white or pinkish flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Micromeria varia is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Micromeria varia

Micromeria varia can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Micromeria varia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Micromeria varia?

Micromeria varia

What is the common name of Micromeria varia?

Varia

What is the natural habitat of Micromeria varia?

It is found in rocky and sandy soils, on dry hillsides, and in grasslands in the Mediterranean region.

Species in the Micromeria genus

Micromeria acropolitana, Micromeria albanica, Micromeria angosturae, Micromeria arganietorum, Micromeria benthamii, Micromeria benthamineolens, Micromeria biflora, Micromeria bourlieri, Micromeria brivesii, Micromeria browiczii, Micromeria carpatha, Micromeria chionistrae, Micromeria conferta, Micromeria confusa, Micromeria cremnophila, Micromeria cristata, Micromeria croatica, Micromeria cymuligera, Micromeria debilis, Micromeria douglasii, Micromeria elliptica, Micromeria ericifolia, Micromeria filiformis, Micromeria flagellaris, Micromeria fontanesii, Micromeria forbesii, Micromeria glomerata, Micromeria graeca, Micromeria guichardii, Micromeria hedgei, Micromeria helianthemifolia, Micromeria herpyllomorpha, Micromeria hispida, Micromeria hochreutineri, Micromeria hybrida, Micromeria hyssopifolia, Micromeria imbricata, Micromeria inodora, Micromeria intermedia, Micromeria juliana, Micromeria kerneri, Micromeria lachnophylla, Micromeria lanata, Micromeria lasiophylla, Micromeria lepida, Micromeria leucantha, Micromeria macrosiphon, Micromeria madagascariensis, Micromeria marginata, Micromeria meteorica,

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,