Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subspicata
ID:
305193

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bartl. ex Vis.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Stirp. Dalmat. Spec. 2: t. 4 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000304525



Common Names

  • Spike-flowered Savory
  • Spike-flowered Winter Savory
  • Spike-leaved Winter Savory


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Synonyms

  • Satureja montana blavii Asch. ex K.Malý [unknown]
  • Satureja montana illyrica (Host) Nyman [unknown]
  • Satureja pygmaea obcordata Horák [unknown]
  • Satureja subspicata blavii (Asch. ex K.Malý) Šilić [unknown]
  • Satureja subspicata obcordata (Horák) Šilić [unknown]
  • Satureja subspicata obovata Šilić [unknown]
  • Satureja subspicata scabrifolia Rohlena [unknown]
  • Satureja subspicata scabrifolia (Rohlena) Šilić [unknown]
  • Satureja subspicata macedonica Velen. [unknown]
  • Satureja montana subspicata (Bartl. ex Vis.) Vis. [unknown]
  • Satureja montana illyrica (Host) Benth. [unknown]

Description

Satureja subspicata (also called Spiked Savory, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows to a height of up to 0.5 m and has small, dark green leaves and white flowers. It prefers dry, sunny habitats and is often found in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Satureja subspicata is used as an ornamental plant and for traditional medicine. It is also used to make a tea to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Satureja subspicata sub. liburnica Šilić
Satureja subspicata sub. subspicata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Satureja subspicata 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 subspicata is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It can be grown in a container or in the ground. It is best to start the seeds in a warm, moist environment and to keep the soil moist until the seedlings emerge. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted to their permanent location. Pruning and fertilizing may be necessary to promote healthy growth.

Where to Find Satureja subspicata

Satureja subspicata is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in countries such as Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Satureja subspicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Satureja subspicata?

Satureja subspicata

What is the common name of Satureja subspicata?

Subspicate Savory

What is the natural habitat of Satureja subspicata?

It is found in rocky and dry places in the Mediterranean region.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-185967: Based on the initial data import
Roberto de Visiani (1800-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vis.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Gottlieb Bartling (1798-1875): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bartl.' in the authors string.