Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
murcicum
ID:
323025

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sennen

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Iber. Ci. Nat. 30(13): 328 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322357



Common Names

  • Murcicum Teucrium
  • Teucrium Murcicum
  • Murcicum Teucrium Plant


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Synonyms

  • Teucrium polium aguilasense S.Puech [unknown]

Description

Teucrium murcicum (also called Murcia germander, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Teucrium murcicum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat digestive problems and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Teucrium murcicum is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, triangular seed. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Teucrium murcicum 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 murcicum

Teucrium murcicum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including southern France, Spain, and Italy.

Teucrium murcicum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Teucrium murcicum?

Teucrium murcicum

What is the common name of Teucrium murcicum?

Murcia Germander

What is the natural habitat of Teucrium murcicum?

Dry hillsides and rocky slopes

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,

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