Teucrium musimonum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Humbert ex Maire
Source:
wcs
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Afrique N. 15: 232 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322359
Common Names
- Musimonum Teucrium
- Teucrium Musimonum
- Musimonum Teucrium Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Teucrium musimonum (also called Musimon 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 musimonum 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 musimonum 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Teucrium musimonum 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 musimonum
Teucrium musimonum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Teucrium musimonum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium musimonum?
Teucrium musimonum
What is the common name of Teucrium musimonum?
Musimon Germander
What is the natural habitat of Teucrium musimonum?
Grassy slopes and rocky hillsides
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-203143: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.
René Maire (1878-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maire' in the authors string.