Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cyrenaicum
ID:
322731

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maire & Weiller) Brullo & Furnari

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Webbia 34: 167 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322063



Common Names

  • Cyrenaic Germander
  • Libyan Germander
  • North African Germander


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Synonyms

  • Teucrium polium cyrenaicum Maire & Weiller [unknown]

Description

Teucrium cyrenaicum (also called Cyrenaic 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 cyrenaicum 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 cyrenaicum 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 cyrenaicum is a perennial herb that is native to Libya. 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 cyrenaicum

Teucrium cyrenaicum is native to the Mediterranean region, including Tunisia, Libya, and Egypt.

Teucrium cyrenaicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Teucrium cyrenaicum?

Teucrium cyrenaicum

What is the common name of Teucrium cyrenaicum?

Cyrenaicum Germander

What is the natural habitat of Teucrium cyrenaicum?

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-202860: Based on the initial data import
Salvatore Brullo (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brullo' in the authors string.
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.
Marc Weiller (1880-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weiller' in the authors string.
Francesco Furnari (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Furnari' in the authors string.