Status:
valid
Authors:
Rech.f.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1962
Citation Micro:
Kulturpflanze , Beih. 3: 61 (1962)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000269455
Common Names
- Polioxantha Phlomis
- Polioxantha Jerusalem Sage
- Polioxantha Lambs Ears
Description
Phlomis polioxantha (also called Polioxantha Phlomis, among many other common names) is a species of evergreen perennial plant in the Araceae family. It is native to Central and South America and is typically found in tropical rainforests. Its leaves are glossy and dark green in color, and can grow up to 30 cm in length.
Uses & Benefits
Phlomis polioxantha 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 colds, coughs, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phlomis polioxantha has yellow, tubular flowers with purple spots. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, green stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phlomis polioxantha 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 polioxantha
Phlomis polioxantha can be found in Turkey.
Phlomis polioxantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phlomis polioxantha?
Phlomis polioxantha
What is the common name of Phlomis polioxantha?
Grey-flowered Phlomis
Where does Phlomis polioxantha 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,