Status:
valid
Authors:
P.Silva, Fontes & Myre
Source:
wcs
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Agron. Lusit. 13: 85 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000224113
Common Names
- Lavandula alportelensis
- Alportel Lavender
- Alportel Lavender Tree
Description
Lavandula alportelensis (also called 'Alportel Lavender', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils and can reach up to 40 cm in height. Its leaves are linear to lanceolate and its flowers are purple or pink.
Uses & Benefits
Lavandula alportelensis is an ornamental plant that is grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments, including skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Lavandula alportelensis has small, purple flowers with yellow centers. Seed: The seeds of Lavandula alportelensis are small, black, and round. Seedlings: Lavandula alportelensis seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lavandula alportelensis is a slow-growing shrub that prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a warm, humid environment. Germination is slow and may take up to six months.
Where to Find Lavandula alportelensis
Lavandula alportelensis can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Lavandula alportelensis FAQ
What is the growth habit of Lavandula alportelensis?
Lavandula alportelensis is an evergreen shrub.
What are the flowers of Lavandula alportelensis like?
The flowers of Lavandula alportelensis are small, purple, and have five petals.
What is the preferred habitat of Lavandula alportelensis?
Lavandula alportelensis prefers dry, sunny areas.
Species in the Lavandula genus
Lavandula alportelensis,
Lavandula angustifolia,
Lavandula antineae,
Lavandula aristibracteata,
Lavandula atriplicifolia,
Lavandula bipinnata,
Lavandula buchii,
Lavandula cadevallii,
Lavandula canariensis,
Lavandula citriodora,
Lavandula coronopifolia,
Lavandula dentata,
Lavandula dhofarensis,
Lavandula erythraeae,
Lavandula galgalloensis,
Lavandula gibsonii,
Lavandula hasikensis,
Lavandula heterophylla,
Lavandula intermedia,
Lavandula lanata,
Lavandula latifolia,
Lavandula limae,
Lavandula losae,
Lavandula macra,
Lavandula mairei,
Lavandula maroccana,
Lavandula minutolii,
Lavandula multifida,
Lavandula nimmoi,
Lavandula pedunculata,
Lavandula pinnata,
Lavandula pubescens,
Lavandula rotundifolia,
Lavandula setifera,
Lavandula somaliensis,
Lavandula stoechas,
Lavandula sublepidota,
Lavandula subnuda,
Lavandula tenuisecta,
Lavandula viridis,
Lavandula bramwellii,
Lavandula ginginsii,
Lavandula qishnensis,
Lavandula rejdalii,
Lavandula saharica,
Lavandula samhanensis,
Lavandula cavanillesii,
Lavandula austroapennina,
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,