Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sintenisii
ID:
324270

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bornm. & Azn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10: 471 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000323602



Common Names

  • Sintenis's Thymbra
  • Thymbra
  • Thymbra Sintenisii


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Description

Thymbra sintenisii (also called Sintenis' Thymbra, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows to a height of 0.5-1.5 m. It is native to the Mediterranean region, where it is found in open woodlands and heathlands. It has small, white, five-petalled flowers and small, narrow leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Thymbra sintenisii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control. It is also used as a groundcover in dry areas and is drought tolerant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Thymbra sintenisii sub. sintenisii
Thymbra sintenisii sub. isaurica P.H.Davis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thymbra sintenisii has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow stamens. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thymbra sintenisii is an evergreen perennial plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 10 inches in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in the spring and should be 4-6 inches in length. Place the cuttings in a potting mix and keep moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Thymbra sintenisii

Thymbra sintenisii is found in the Mediterranean region.

Thymbra sintenisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thymbra sintenisii?

Thymbra sintenisii

What is the common name of Thymbra sintenisii?

Sintenis' Thymbra

What is the natural habitat of Thymbra sintenisii?

Dry grasslands and scrublands

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-204347: Based on the initial data import
Joseph Friedrich Nicolaus Bornmüller (1862-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bornm.' in the authors string.
Georges Vincent Aznavour (1861-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Azn.' in the authors string.