Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
syriaca
ID:
311153

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 574 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000310485



Common Names

  • Syrian Sideritis
  • Syrian Ironwort
  • Syrian Mountain Tea


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Synonyms

  • Navicularia syriaca (L.) Soják [unknown]
  • Sideritis cretica Boiss. [unknown]

Description

Sideritis syriaca (also called Syrian Ironwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in rocky areas and dry meadows at elevations of up to 2,000 m. It has a woody stem and long, narrow, grey-green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Sideritis syriaca has been used to treat gastrointestinal disorders, respiratory problems, and urinary infections. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sideritis syriaca sub. nusairiensis (Post) Hub.-Mor.
Sideritis syriaca sub. syriaca

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sideritis syriaca is yellow, with a tubular shape and a length of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, oval and brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sideritis syriaca is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Sideritis syriaca

Sideritis syriaca can be found in the Mediterranean region, including Greece, Turkey, and North Africa.

Sideritis syriaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sideritis syriaca?

Sideritis syriaca

What is the common name of Sideritis syriaca?

Syrian Mountain Tea

Where is Sideritis syriaca native to?

Syria

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,

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