Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhodocalyx
ID:
323229

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Schwartz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Inst. Allg. Bot. Hamburg 10: 218 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322561



Common Names

  • Rhodocalyx Germander
  • Germander Teucrium
  • Fringed Germander


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Description

Teucrium rhodocalyx (also called Rhododendron 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 rhodocalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive problems, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Teucrium rhodocalyx has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Teucrium rhodocalyx is a perennial herb that is native to Turkey. It is hardy in USDA zones 6-9 and prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in early spring. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in early spring or fall.

Where to Find Teucrium rhodocalyx

Teucrium rhodocalyx is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Teucrium rhodocalyx FAQ

What is the scientific name of Teucrium rhodocalyx?

Teucrium rhodocalyx

What type of plant is Teucrium rhodocalyx?

It is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Teucrium rhodocalyx?

It is found in rocky and dry areas

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-203333: Based on the initial data import
Oskar Schwartz (1901-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Schwartz' in the authors string.