Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tenuior
ID:
336210

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 21 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335542



Common Names

  • Ziziphora tenuior
  • Slender Ziziphora
  • Slender Ziziphora Mint


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Synonyms

  • Ziziphora acutifolia Montbret & Aucher ex Benth. [unknown]
  • Ziziphora parviflora (Trautv.) Des.-Shost. [unknown]
  • Ziziphora serpyllacea Ten. [unknown]
  • Ziziphora spicata Lag. & Rodr. [unknown]
  • Faldermannia parviflora Trautv. [unknown]
  • Faldermannia tenuior (L.) Ter-Chatsch. [unknown]

Description

Ziziphora tenuior (also called Slender Ziziphora, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, sunny areas, such as rocky hillsides and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Ziziphora tenuior is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, stomachache, and headache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ziziphora tenuior is a small white or pinkish flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, ovate-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ziziphora tenuior is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It can be pruned in late winter to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Ziziphora tenuior

Ziziphora tenuior is native to Iran. It is found in dry, sunny areas, usually on rocky slopes or in dry meadows.

Ziziphora tenuior FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ziziphora tenuior?

Ziziphora tenuior

What is the common name of Ziziphora tenuior?

Slender Ziziphora

What is the natural habitat of Ziziphora tenuior?

Southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East

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,

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