Status:
valid
Authors:
Stapf
Source:
wcs
Year:
1885
Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Kaiserl. Akad. Wiss., Wien. Math.-Naturwiss. Kl. 50: 104 (1885)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321841
Common Names
- Teucrium alyssifolium
- Alyssum-leaved Teucrium
- Alyssum-leaved Teucrium Plant
Synonyms
- Teucrium serpentini Contandr. & Quézel [unknown]
Description
Teucrium alyssifolium (also called Alyssum-Leaved Germander, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils and is characterized by its small, grey-green leaves and yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Teucrium alyssifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Teucrium alyssifolium has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, lanceolate leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Teucrium alyssifolium is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Teucrium alyssifolium
Teucrium alyssifolium can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Teucrium alyssifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium alyssifolium?
Teucrium alyssifolium
What type of plant is Teucrium alyssifolium?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae
Where is Teucrium alyssifolium native to?
Teucrium alyssifolium is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka
Species in the Teucrium genus
Teucrium abutiloides,
Teucrium africanum,
Teucrium afrum,
Teucrium albicaule,
Teucrium albidum,
Teucrium alborubrum,
Teucrium alexeenkoanum,
Teucrium algarbiense,
Teucrium alopecurus,
Teucrium alpestre,
Teucrium alyssifolium,
Teucrium amplexicaule,
Teucrium andrusi,
Teucrium angustissimum,
Teucrium anlungense,
Teucrium annandalei,
Teucrium antiatlanticum,
Teucrium antilibanoticum,
Teucrium antitauricum,
Teucrium apollinis,
Teucrium aragonense,
Teucrium arduinoi,
Teucrium argutum,
Teucrium aristatum,
Teucrium aroanium,
Teucrium asiaticum,
Teucrium atratum,
Teucrium aureiforme,
Teucrium aureocandidum,
Teucrium aureum,
Teucrium badiae,
Teucrium balearicum,
Teucrium balfourii,
Teucrium balthazaris,
Teucrium barbarum,
Teucrium barbeyanum,
Teucrium bergadense,
Teucrium betonicum,
Teucrium bicolor,
Teucrium bicoloreum,
Teucrium bidentatum,
Teucrium botrys,
Teucrium brachyandrum,
Teucrium bracteatum,
Teucrium brevifolium,
Teucrium bubanii,
Teucrium bullatum,
Teucrium burmanicum,
Teucrium buxifolium,
Teucrium campanulatum,
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,