Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dunense
ID:
322755

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sennen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Exsicc. (Pl. Esp.) 1925: n.º 5378 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322087



Common Names

  • Dun Germander
  • Dunense Germander
  • Dun Teucrium


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Synonyms

  • Teucrium alphonsi Sennen [unknown]
  • Teucrium belion S.Puech [unknown]
  • Teucrium maritimum (Albert) Sennen [unknown]
  • Teucrium polium dunense (Sennen) Sennen [unknown]
  • Teucrium polium maritimum Albert [unknown]
  • Teucrium puechiae Greuter & Burdet [unknown]
  • Teucrium polium bombycinum Sennen [unknown]
  • Teucrium dunense bombycinum (Sennen) Sennen [unknown]

Description

Teucrium dunense (also called Dunense 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 dunense is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas and is known to have a calming effect.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Teucrium dunense sub. sublittoralis P.P.Ferrer, R.Roselló, E.Laguna, Gómez Nav., A.Guillén & Peris
Teucrium dunense sub. dunense

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Teucrium dunense is a small, white, four-petaled flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Teucrium dunense is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers a slightly acidic soil and should be kept moist.

Where to Find Teucrium dunense

Teucrium dunense is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

Teucrium dunense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Teucrium dunense?

Teucrium dunense

What is the common name of Teucrium dunense?

Dunense Germander

What is the natural habitat of Teucrium dunense?

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-202883: Based on the initial data import
Frère Sennen (1861-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sennen' in the authors string.