Status:
valid
Authors:
P.H.Davis
Source:
wcs
Year:
1949
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 4: 412 (1949)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269405
Common Names
- Monocephala Phlomis
- Monocephala Jerusalem Sage
- Monocephala Lambs Ears
Description
Phlomis monocephala (also called One-headed 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 monocephala 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 monocephala are yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black with a white coating. The seedlings are small and have a white coating.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phlomis monocephala is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Propagation is by seed or division in spring.
Where to Find Phlomis monocephala
Phlomis monocephala can be found in Turkey.
Phlomis monocephala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phlomis monocephala?
Phlomis monocephala
What is the common name of Phlomis monocephala?
One-headed Phlomis
Where does Phlomis monocephala grow?
It grows in the Mediterranean region
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,