Teucrium eburneum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thulin
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 48: 337 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322088
Common Names
- Ivory Germander
- Eburneum Germander
- Ivory Teucrium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Teucrium eburneum (also called Eburneum 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 eburneum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used to make a tea that is known to have a calming effect.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Teucrium eburneum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Teucrium eburneum is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and cuttings taken in late spring or early summer.
Where to Find Teucrium eburneum
Teucrium eburneum is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Teucrium eburneum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium eburneum?
Teucrium eburneum
What is the common name of Teucrium eburneum?
Eburneum Germander
What is the natural habitat of Teucrium eburneum?
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-202884: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.