Status:
valid
Authors:
Hub.-Mor. & Maire
Source:
wcs
Year:
1940
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N. 31: 79 (1940)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000298073
Common Names
- Rosmarinus tomentosus
- Downy Rosemary
- Downy-Leaved Rosemary
Synonyms
- Rosmarinus eriocalix tomentosus (Hub.-Mor. & Maire) Fern.Casas [unknown]
Description
Rosmarinus tomentosus (also called 'Woolly Rosemary', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with fragrant, woolly leaves and pale blue flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, sunny areas.
Uses & Benefits
Rosmarinus tomentosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It has showy flowers and attractive foliage, making it a popular choice for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Small, white, fragrant flowers. Seed: Small, black, round seeds. Seedlings: Young seedlings are reddish-brown in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Rosmarinus tomentosus: This plant can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Sow the seeds in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer. Cuttings can be taken in late winter or early spring and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Rosmarinus tomentosus
Rosmarinus tomentosus can be found in the Mediterranean region, as well as parts of North Africa, the Middle East, and Southwestern Europe.
Rosmarinus tomentosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Rosmarinus tomentosus?
Rosmarinus tomentosus
What are the common names of Rosmarinus tomentosus?
Woolly Rosemary
What is the natural habitat of Rosmarinus tomentosus?
Dry, rocky hillsides
Species in the Rosmarinus genus
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Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
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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,
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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,