Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
montana
ID:
310957

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 575 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000310289



Common Names

  • Sideritis Montana
  • Mountain Tea
  • Montana Mountain Tea


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Synonyms

  • Sideritis montana comosa Rochel ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Sideritis montana ebracteata (Asso) Murb. [unknown]
  • Burgsdorfia montana Rchb. [unknown]
  • Sideritis montana simplicissima K.Koch [unknown]
  • Sideritis montana ramosa K.Koch [unknown]
  • Sideritis montana sericea K.Koch [unknown]
  • Hesiodia montana Dumort. [unknown]
  • Sideritis montana comosa Soó [unknown]
  • Stachys montana (L.) Peruzzi & Bartolucci [unknown]

Description

Sideritis montana (also called Greek Mountain Tea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry and rocky habitats, and has small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sideritis montana is used as a tea to treat respiratory problems, digestive issues, and to reduce inflammation. It is also used as an antiseptic and to improve circulation.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sideritis montana sub. montana
Sideritis montana sub. remota (d'Urv.) P.W.Ball

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sideritis montana has yellow flowers with five petals, and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sideritis montana is a perennial herb that grows in rocky areas and can reach a height of up to 30 cm. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. It is best to sow the seeds in spring or autumn in a sunny spot. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Sideritis montana

Sideritis montana can be found in the mountains of Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.

Sideritis montana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sideritis montana?

Sideritis montana

What are the common names of Sideritis montana?

Montana Ironwort, Greek Mountain Tea

What is the natural habitat of Sideritis montana?

It is found in rocky areas of 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