Sideritis hispida - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.H.Davis
Source:
wcs
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 6: 104 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000310122
Common Names
- Hispida Sideritis
- Hispida Ironwort
- Sideritis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sideritis hispida (also called 'Mountain Tea', 'Shepherd's Tea' and 'Ironwort', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has small, white flowers. It is found in dry, sunny areas and is often used for hedges and borders.
Uses & Benefits
Sideritis hispida is used as a herbal tea and has been used to treat gastrointestinal disorders, respiratory problems, and urinary infections. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sideritis hispida is a white to pinkish-purple color, with a tubular shape and five petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are thin and upright, with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Sideritis hispida: This plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. It is also possible to propagate from seed.
Where to Find Sideritis hispida
Sideritis hispida can be found in the Canary Islands.
Sideritis hispida FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sideritis hispida?
Sideritis hispida
What is the common name of Sideritis hispida?
Hairy Ironwort
What is the habitat of Sideritis hispida?
It is found in rocky, grassy and shrubby areas in the Mediterranean region
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-191330: Based on the initial data import
Peter Hadland Davis (1918-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.H.Davis' in the authors string.