Status:
valid
Authors:
(Danin) Faried
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 33: 390 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343760
Common Names
- Jordan's Teucrium
- Teucrium jordanicum
- Jordan's Germander
Description
Teucrium jordanicum (also called Jordanian Teucrium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is an herbaceous perennial, growing up to 0.5 m tall, with a stem diameter of up to 1 cm. It is native to the Middle East, and is found in Jordan, Syria, and Turkey. It typically grows in dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Teucrium jordanicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Teucrium jordanicum var. sinaicum (Danin) Faried
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Teucrium jordanicum are white and small, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Teucrium jordanicum is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. Pruning is recommended to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Find Teucrium jordanicum
Teucrium jordanicum is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in Spain, France, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia.
Teucrium jordanicum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium jordanicum?
Teucrium jordanicum
What is the natural habitat of Teucrium jordanicum?
Tropical rainforests
What is the flowering season of Teucrium jordanicum?
Spring and summer
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,