Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ekimii
ID:
491488

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dadandı & H.Duman

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 40: 287 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000490820



Common Names

  • Phlomis ekimii
  • Ekimii Phlomis
  • Phlomis Ekimii


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Description

Phlomis ekimii (also called 'Ekim's Phlomis', among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It grows in moist, shady areas, usually in the understory of montane forests. It has a rosette of lance-shaped leaves with a single stem bearing a single flower.

Uses & Benefits

Phlomis ekimii is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy green leaves. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and it can also be grown in containers. The leaves can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Phlomis ekimii has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered together. The seeds are small and round and are usually reddish-brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phlomis ekimii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is easy to propagate from cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and planted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized twice a year.

Where to Find Phlomis ekimii

Phlomis ekimii is native to the Mediterranean region.

Phlomis ekimii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phlomis ekimii?

Phlomis ekimii

What is the common name of Phlomis ekimii?

Ekim's Phlomis

Where is Phlomis ekimii native to?

Turkey

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-257802: Based on the initial data import
Hayri Duman (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Duman' in the authors string.
Mehmet Y. Dadandı: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dadandı' in the authors string.