Teucrium macrophyllum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.Y.Wu & S.Chow) J.H.Zheng
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Fl. Hubeiensis 3: 447 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000570120
Common Names
- Teucrium macrophyllum
- Macrophyllum Teucrium
- Teucrium Macrophyllum
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- Teucrium pilosum macrophyllum C.Y.Wu & S.Chow [unknown]
Description
Teucrium macrophyllum (also called Teucrium macrophyllus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae. It is a shrub with a height of 0.5 to 1 meter. It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar. It grows in humid forests, thickets, and coastal areas.
Uses & Benefits
Teucrium macrophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used medicinally to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Teucrium macrophyllum has small, white flowers with yellow centres and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Teucrium macrophyllum is a species of flowering plant native to the Mediterranean region. It is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become waterlogged. It should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Teucrium macrophyllum
Teucrium macrophyllum is native to the Mediterranean region.
Teucrium macrophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium macrophyllum?
Teucrium macrophyllum
What is the common name of Teucrium macrophyllum?
Large-leaved Teucrium
What is the natural habitat of Teucrium macrophyllum?
It is native to South America
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-268101: Based on the initial data import
Wu Zhengyi (1916-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Y.Wu' in the authors string.
Shuan Chow (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Chow' in the authors string.
J.H. Zheng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Zheng' in the authors string.