Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hellenica
ID:
304870

Status:
valid

Authors:
Halácsy

Source:
wcs

Year:
1899

Citation Micro:
Verh. K. K. Zool.-Bot. Ges. Wien 49: 192 (1899)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000304202



Common Names

  • Hellenic Summer Savory
  • Greek Summer Savory
  • Hellenica Summer Savory


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Description

Satureja hellenica (also called Hellenic Savory, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m high. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry rocky habitats. The leaves are oval-shaped and the flowers are white and pink.

Uses & Benefits

Satureja hellenica is an aromatic herb that is used in cooking and as a medicinal plant. It has a strong, spicy aroma and flavor and is often used to season meats, soups, and stews. It is also used to make herbal teas and infusions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Satureja hellenica has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Satureja hellenica is a species of herb native to the Mediterranean. It is a fast-growing herb that can reach up to 1 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Germination can take up to 2 weeks.

Where to Find Satureja hellenica

Satureja hellenica can be found in the Caucasus region, including Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Russia.

Satureja hellenica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Satureja hellenica?

Satureja hellenica

What is the natural habitat of Satureja hellenica?

Rocky slopes and dry grasslands

What is the flowering period of Satureja hellenica?

April to June

Species in the Satureja genus

Satureja adamovicii, Satureja aintabensis, Satureja amani, Satureja atropatana, Satureja bachtiarica, Satureja boissieri, Satureja bzybica, Satureja caroli-paui, Satureja cilicica, Satureja coerulea, Satureja cuneifolia, Satureja edmondi, Satureja exspectata, Satureja fukarekii, Satureja hellenica, Satureja hortensis, Satureja horvatii, Satureja icarica, Satureja innota, Satureja intermedia, Satureja intricata, Satureja isophylla, Satureja kallarica, Satureja khuzistanica, Satureja kitaibelii, Satureja laxiflora, Satureja linearifolia, Satureja macrantha, Satureja metastasiantha, Satureja montana, Satureja mutica, Satureja orjenii, Satureja pallsryi, Satureja parnassica, Satureja pilosa, Satureja rumelica, Satureja sahendica, Satureja salzmannii, Satureja spicigera, Satureja spinosa, Satureja subnuda, Satureja subspicata, Satureja taurica, Satureja thymbra, Satureja visianii, Satureja wiedemanniana, Satureja delpozoi, Satureja avromanica, Satureja kermanshahensis, Satureja jalapensis,

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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