Status:
valid
Authors:
Özcan & Dirmenci
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Turkish J. Bot. 39: 312 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343308
Common Names
- Teucrium sirnakense
- Sirnakense Germander
- Teucrium
Description
Teucrium sirnakense (also called Sirnak Teucrium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the mint family Lamiaceae. It is an annual herb, typically reaching a height of 30–50 cm. It is native to Turkey, where it is found in the mountains of Sirnak. It grows in dry, well-drained soils in open, sunny places.
Uses & Benefits
Teucrium sirnakense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Teucrium sirnakense has small, white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Teucrium sirnakense is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun and watered regularly.
Where to Find Teucrium sirnakense
Teucrium sirnakense is found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Teucrium sirnakense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Teucrium sirnakense?
Teucrium sirnakense
What is the common name of Teucrium sirnakense?
Sirnak Germander
What is the natural habitat of Teucrium sirnakense?
It is native to Turkey and can be found in dry grasslands 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,
References
Tuncay Dirmenci: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dirmenci' in the authors string.
Taner Özcan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Özcan' in the authors string.