Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cossonii
ID:
322702

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.Wood

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 65: 261 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322034



Common Names

  • Cosson's Germander
  • Cosson's Teucrium
  • Cosson Germander


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Synonyms

  • Teucrium cossonii punicum Mayol, Mus, Rosselló & N.Torres [unknown]
  • Teucrium polium cossonii (D.Wood) O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
  • Teucrium polium cossonii (D.Wood) O.Bolòs & Vigo [unknown]
  • Teucrium polium pulverulentum Barceló [unknown]
  • Teucrium pulverulentum (Barceló) Rouy [unknown]

Description

Teucrium cossonii (also called Cosson's Germander, among many other common names) is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with small, ovate leaves and pink flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in dry, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Teucrium cossonii is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat skin diseases, as well as to improve digestion and reduce inflammation. It is also used in Ayurvedic medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antispasmodic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Teucrium cossonii is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Teucrium cossonii is a perennial herb that is native to Spain. It is propagated by seed or division and prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny location. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C (5°F).

Where to Find Teucrium cossonii

Teucrium cossonii is native to the Mediterranean region of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East.

Teucrium cossonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Teucrium cossonii?

Teucrium cossonii

What is the common name of Teucrium cossonii?

Cossonii Germander

What is the natural habitat of Teucrium cossonii?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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-202833: Based on the initial data import
David Wood (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Wood' in the authors string.