Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
269979

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.S.Thomps.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Oxford) 19: 441 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269311



Common Names

  • Large-flowered Sage
  • Grandiflora Sage
  • Phlomis Sage


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Synonyms

  • Phlomis fimbrilligera Hub.-Mor. [unknown]
  • Phlomis grandiflora fimbrilligera (Hub.-Mor.) Hub.-Mor. [unknown]

Description

Phlomis grandiflora (also called 'Large-Flowered 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 grandiflora is a perennial plant that is often used in ornamental gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover or in containers. The leaves can be used in salads and the flowers can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phlomis grandiflora is a yellow-orange colour and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are short and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phlomis grandiflora is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seeds or by division. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Fertilize during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Phlomis grandiflora

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

Phlomis grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phlomis grandiflora?

Phlomis grandiflora

What is the common name of Phlomis grandiflora?

Large-flowered Jerusalem Sage

What type of plant is Phlomis grandiflora?

Phlomis grandiflora is a flowering plant

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-152248: Based on the initial data import
Harold Stuart Thompson (1870-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.S.Thomps.' in the authors string.