Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lychnitis
ID:
270040

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 585 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269372



Common Names

  • Lychnitis Phlomis
  • Lychnitis Jerusalem Sage
  • Lychnitis Lambs Ears


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Synonyms

  • Phlomis clusii Bubani [unknown]

Description

Phlomis lychnitis (also called Lychnitis Jerusalem Sage, among many other common names) is a perennial herb with a woody base and a height of up to 1 m. It is native to the Middle East and grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Phlomis lychnitis 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 flowers of Phlomis lychnitis are yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black with a white coating. The seedlings are small and have a white coating.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phlomis lychnitis 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 lychnitis

Phlomis lychnitis can be found in Turkey, Syria, and Lebanon.

Phlomis lychnitis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phlomis lychnitis?

Phlomis lychnitis

What is the common name of Phlomis lychnitis?

Lampwick Jerusalem Sage

What type of plant is Phlomis lychnitis?

Phlomis lychnitis 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,

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