Teucrium antiatlanticum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Maire) Sauvage & Vindt
Source:
wcs
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Sci. Nat. Maroc 35: 286 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321852
Common Names
- Teucrium antiatlanticum
- Antiatlantic Teucrium
- Antiatlantic Teucrium Plant
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- Teucrium polium antiatlanticum Maire [unknown]
Description
Teucrium antiatlanticum (also called Anti-Atlantic 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 antiatlanticum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Teucrium antiatlanticum is a small, white, four-petalled flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a white stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Teucrium antiatlanticum 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 antiatlanticum
Teucrium antiatlanticum can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Teucrium antiatlanticum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium antiatlanticum?
Teucrium antiatlanticum
What family does Teucrium antiatlanticum belong to?
Lamiaceae
Where is Teucrium antiatlanticum found?
Mediterranean
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-202656: Based on the initial data import
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Charles Sauvage (1909-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sauvage' in the authors string.
Jacques Vindt (1915-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vindt' in the authors string.