Teucrium balthazaris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sennen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Nouv. : 95 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321888
Common Names
- Teucrium balthazaris
- Balthazar's Teucrium
- Balthazar's Teucrium Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Teucrium balthazaris (also called Balthazar's 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 balthazaris 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 balthazaris 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 balthazaris is a perennial herb that can be grown from seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or division in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and lightly covered. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Teucrium balthazaris
Teucrium balthazaris can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Teucrium balthazaris FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium balthazaris?
Teucrium balthazaris
What is the common name of Teucrium balthazaris?
Balthazar's Germander
What is the growth habit of Teucrium balthazaris?
It is a low-growing, evergreen perennial shrub
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-202690: Based on the initial data import
Frère Sennen (1861-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sennen' in the authors string.