Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
oppositiflora
ID:
270095

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn. ex Boiss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 4: 784 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269427



Common Names

  • Oppositiflora Phlomis
  • Oppositiflora Jerusalem Sage
  • Oppositiflora Lambs Ears


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Description

Phlomis oppositiflora (also called Opposite-flowered 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 oppositiflora is a perennial herb that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has attractive, fragrant, purple flowers that bloom in the summer. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Phlomis oppositiflora 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 oppositiflora 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 oppositiflora

Phlomis oppositiflora can be found in Turkey.

Phlomis oppositiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phlomis oppositiflora?

Phlomis oppositiflora

What is the common name of Phlomis oppositiflora?

Opposite-flowered Phlomis

Where does Phlomis oppositiflora 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-152355: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.