Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brachyodon
ID:
269874

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Boiss.) Zohary ex Rech.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 89: 290 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269206



Common Names

  • Brachyodon Sage
  • Phlomis Sage
  • Brachyodon Sage


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Synonyms

  • Phlomis armeniaca brachyodon Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Phlomis brachyodon (also called Short-toothed Phlomis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Madagascar, where it is found in humid forests. It is an evergreen shrub with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Phlomis brachyodon has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, as a diuretic, and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Phlomis brachyodon sub. brachyodon
Phlomis brachyodon sub. damascena (Bornm.) Sam.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phlomis brachyodon is yellow and bell-shaped, with a long, curved tube. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phlomis brachyodon is a tropical plant that can be grown indoors. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or from seed. To propagate from stem cuttings, take a cutting from a healthy stem and place it in a pot filled with moist soil. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a pot filled with moist soil and keep in a warm and humid environment. Water regularly and keep in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Phlomis brachyodon

Phlomis brachyodon can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Phlomis brachyodon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phlomis brachyodon?

Phlomis brachyodon

What is the natural habitat of Phlomis brachyodon?

Dry forests and scrublands

What is the flowering period of Phlomis brachyodon?

Late spring to early summer

Species in the Phlomis genus

Phlomis alanyensis, Phlomis amanica, Phlomis angustissima, Phlomis anisodonta, Phlomis antiatlantica, Phlomis armeniaca, Phlomis aucheri, Phlomis aurea, Phlomis bornmuelleri, Phlomis bourgaei, Phlomis bovei, Phlomis brachyodon, Phlomis brevibracteata, Phlomis brevidentata, Phlomis brevilabris, Phlomis bruguieri, Phlomis brunneogaleata, Phlomis bucharica, Phlomis cancellata, Phlomis capitata, Phlomis carica, Phlomis cashmeriana, Phlomis cashmirica, Phlomis chimerae, Phlomis chorassanica, Phlomis chrysophylla, Phlomis cilicica, Phlomis commixta, Phlomis composita, Phlomis cretica, Phlomis crinita, Phlomis cyclodon, Phlomis cypria, Phlomis cytherea, Phlomis drobovii, Phlomis elliptica, Phlomis elongata, Phlomis floccosa, Phlomis fruticetorum, Phlomis fruticosa, Phlomis ghilanensis, Phlomis grandiflora, Phlomis herba-venti, Phlomis hypoleuca, Phlomis integrifolia, Phlomis italica, Phlomis kalanensis, Phlomis kotschyana, Phlomis kurdica, Phlomis lanata,

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-152147: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Karl Heinz Rechinger (1906-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rech.f.' in the authors string.
Michael Zohary (1898-1983): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zohary' in the authors string.