Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
antiatlantica
ID:
310517

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maire) Rejdali

Source:
wcs

Year:
1988

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 96: 347 (1988)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309849



Common Names

  • Sideritis antiatlantica
  • Antiatlantic Sideritis
  • Antiatlantic Ironwort


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Synonyms

  • Sideritis arborescens antiatlantica (Maire) Dobignard [unknown]
  • Sideritis arborescens antiatlantica (Maire) Romo [unknown]
  • Sideritis ochroleuca antiatlantica (Maire) Socorro & Arreb. [unknown]
  • Sideritis ochroleuca antiatlantica Maire [unknown]
  • Sideritis tafraoutiana Obón & D.Rivera [unknown]
  • Sideritis ochroleuca tafraoutiana (Obón & D.Rivera) Fennane [unknown]

Description

Sideritis antiatlantica (also called Canary Islands ironwort, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with white flowers and small, oval leaves. It is native to the Canary Islands and grows in rocky, mountainous habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sideritis antiatlantica has been used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. It is also used as a natural remedy for headaches, fever, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sideritis antiatlantica is a white to pinkish-white color with a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and brown. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sideritis antiatlantica is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and does not require much fertilizer.

Where to Find Sideritis antiatlantica

Sideritis antiatlantica can be found in the wild in Spain.

Sideritis antiatlantica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sideritis antiatlantica?

Sideritis antiatlantica

What is the common name of Sideritis antiatlantica?

Unknown

What is the natural habitat of Sideritis antiatlantica?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Sideritis genus

Sideritis accidentalis, Sideritis ajpetriana, Sideritis akmanii, Sideritis albiflora, Sideritis alcarazii, Sideritis amasiaca, Sideritis angustifolia, Sideritis antiatlantica, Sideritis antonii-josephii, Sideritis aragonensis, Sideritis arborescens, Sideritis arguta, Sideritis argyrea, Sideritis arizagana, Sideritis armeniaca, Sideritis atlantica, Sideritis atrinervia, Sideritis barbellata, Sideritis bilgeriana, Sideritis boissieriana, Sideritis bolleana, Sideritis bornmuelleri, Sideritis bourgeana, Sideritis brevibracteata, Sideritis brevicaulis, Sideritis brevidens, Sideritis briquetiana, Sideritis bubanii, Sideritis cadevallii, Sideritis caesarea, Sideritis calduchii, Sideritis canariensis, Sideritis candelii, Sideritis candicans, Sideritis carbonellis, Sideritis carolipauana, Sideritis carrissoana, Sideritis catillaris, Sideritis chamaedryfolia, Sideritis cilicica, Sideritis cirujanoi, Sideritis clandestina, Sideritis condensata, Sideritis congesta, Sideritis cossoniana, Sideritis cretica, Sideritis cuatrecasasii, Sideritis cypria, Sideritis cystosiphon, Sideritis dasygnaphala,

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-191071: Based on the initial data import
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Moh Rejdali: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rejdali' in the authors string.