Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chimerae
ID:
269902

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Boissieu

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 43: 290 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269234



Common Names

  • Chimera Sage
  • Chimerae Sage
  • Phlomis Sage


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Description

Phlomis chimerae (also called 'Chimera Jerusalem Sage', among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to the Mediterranean region. It has grey-green leaves and bright yellow flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Phlomis chimerae 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phlomis chimerae 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 chimerae is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is best done by seed, division, or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and kept in a moist medium until rooted.

Where to Find Phlomis chimerae

Phlomis chimerae can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Turkey, Syria, and Lebanon.

Phlomis chimerae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phlomis chimerae?

Phlomis chimerae

What type of soil does Phlomis chimerae prefer?

Phlomis chimerae prefers a well-draining, nutrient-rich soil.

How much light does Phlomis chimerae need?

Phlomis chimerae prefers bright, indirect light.

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-152173: Based on the initial data import
Henri de Boissieu (1871-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Boissieu' in the authors string.