Teucrium scorolepis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pajarón & A.Molina
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Fontqueria 27: 163 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000322622
Common Names
- Scorolepis Germander
- Teucrium scorolepis
- Germander
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Teucrium scorolepis (also called Scorolepis Germander, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody base and grows to a height of up to 40 cm. It has small, greyish-green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in scrubland and grassland.
Uses & Benefits
Teucrium scorolepis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Teucrium scorolepis is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are yellowish-green and have long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Teucrium scorolepis is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed, cuttings, or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny spot. Cuttings can be taken in spring or early summer and should be rooted in a moist medium. Division can be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Teucrium scorolepis
Teucrium scorolepis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Teucrium scorolepis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium scorolepis?
Teucrium scorolepis
What type of plant is Teucrium scorolepis?
It is a shrub
What is the natural habitat of Teucrium scorolepis?
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-203390: Based on the initial data import
Santiago Pajarón (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pajarón' in the authors string.
José Andrés Molina (1956-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Molina' in the authors string.